Congress Support for Student Loans During the Coronavirus Pandemic

The CARES Act was passed by the US Congress in April. This massive stimulus package was announced in response to the coronavirus pandemic and the economic downturn as a result of the spread of the crisis. The act has provided crucial relief to student loan borrowers. It has suspended all the payments and interests on the federal student loans which are held by the government. Congress has stopped all the collection activity for the defaulted federal loans also. Implementation of CARES Act for student loans Read More +

Bankruptcy Treatment of Private School Expenses

INTRODUCTION Parents may seek to matriculate their minor children in private schools for various reasons, including religious purposes, lack of confidence in the available public schools, and alternatively, the belief that the available private school offers a better education than the pertinent public school. The question in arises, in Bankruptcy, as to whether the debtor may deduct his or her expenses related to the debtor’s child or children’s private school enrollment. The ability to deduct such expenses may determine whether the debtor is able to Read More +

Credit Card Payments During Coronavirus Pandemic

For several people, a credit card is a significant resource when things are not going well financially. If you have lost a lot of income recently due to the coronavirus pandemic the credit card will be a significant lifeline for meeting your business requirements. However, if you fail to make the payments on time the credit card debt can add up quickly and it can become a long-term financial challenge. But most of the credit card companies are willing to work with their clients affected Read More +

Planning Bankruptcy Filing During Coronavirus Pandemic

There is no denying the fact that coronavirus pandemic has rocked the U.S. economy badly and this has had a terrible effect on the bankruptcy filings. With an upsurge in unemployment and several businesses coming under financial pressure due to the spreading of the pandemic, it is only a matter of time before many businesses declare bankruptcy for handling their debts and make a new beginning as observed by many experts. More than 30 million people across America have become jobless and filed the jobless Read More +

5 Myths About the $1200 Stimulus Check

In March 2020 the biggest stimulus package in the history of America was passed by Congress to counter the economic situation caused by the coronavirus pandemic. It was signed to become the law by the U.S. President Donald Trump. This $2.2 trillion package will provide $500 billion to the industries in distress, $350 billion to the small business loans, and $260 billion for expanding the unemployment benefits program. But all the discussion is about the $300 billion set aside for direct stimulus payments. These payouts Read More +

Coronavirus May Lead to Record Bankruptcy Levels?

The Coronavirus is spreading throughout the entire world. Governments have locked down countries, airlines are not flying, and people are ravaging supermarkets to stock up on basic supplies. What does this virus mean for the world and the future? At this moment in time there is going to be stimulus checks going out to low income earners over the next few months. Even with this stimulus check, these small amounts most likely will just help with just buying some groceries. For most people this check Read More +

Dealing with Financial Stress During the Coronavirus Crisis

Similar to the millions of other U.S. nationals you may find yourselves out of work at the moment due to the spread of coronavirus epidemic. Unlike other disasters where you can predict the layoff period, this is an unexpected and devastating blow for many people. There are not many answers available about when all this is going to end. What will happen to the future work, what will be the assistance available for the unemployed workers are the questions we all are curious to find Read More +

When Are My Debts No Longer Collectible?

Laws regarding time-barred debts, a debt that is past its legal time window of collection, vary from state to state. This “time window” in which collectors must initiate a lawsuit is formally known as the Statute of Limitations. The Statute of Limitations applies to all types of lawsuits, not just those between debtors and creditors. Anytime someone wants to file a claim, whether it’s regarding a car accident, personal injury, workers’ compensation, product liability, etc. there is an amount of time from the event in Read More +

Coronavirus and the Impending Small Business Bankruptcies

As the coronavirus spreads rapidly across the world, the Chinese and other country’s supply chain problems are not the only problem anymore. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) has asked for the suspension of the gathering of ten or more people in one place. Various stores, bars, and restaurants in the U.S. and other countries are closed for business. There may be a curfew in place shortly with other social distancing measures being enforced to slow down the spread of the virus. Some Read More +

Worried About Income Tax Debt?

Look no further. At Weller Legal Group, we are fully equipped to help with your questions regarding the IRS. Constantly receiving mail and phone calls from the United States Treasury can seem threatening and feel unending. Weller Legal Group considers it our privilege to help you understand your options when it comes to your unique tax information. Understanding the Basics Q: If I file for bankruptcy, could I wipe out that money that I owe to the IRS? A: Yes! There are just a few Read More +