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    • DOES DISMISSAL OF A BANKRUPTCY DISMISS ANY ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS?

      DOES DISMISSAL OF A BANKRUPTCY DISMISS ANY ADVERSARY PROCEEDINGS?

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      If a debtor files Bankruptcy, whether a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, does an adversary proceeding filed against the debtor, subsequently result in the dismissal of the adversary proceeding? Some debtors who file a consumer form of bankruptcy, such as a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, may expectantly or unexpectantly find themselves a defendant…

    • In Which Courthouse Should I File Bankruptcy?

      In Which Courthouse Should I File Bankruptcy?

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      Under Title 28, Section 1408, cases under Title 11, are filed in the District Court for the District in which the person or entity filing Bankruptcy has for the prior one hundred eighty (180) days or the longer portion of the prior one hundred eighty (180) days, maintained either one’s domicile, residence, principal place of…

    • Relationship With Credit Card Companies After Bankruptcy

      Relationship With Credit Card Companies After Bankruptcy

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      One of the common myths circulating about bankruptcies is that after you have filed for bankruptcy, it will not be possible to use the services of credit card companies again. But keep in mind that there are thousands of credit card users out there, that filed for bankruptcy. Yet they are getting new offers. You…

    • EFFECT OF CONVERSION OF CHAPTER 13 BANKRUPTCY TO CHAPTER 7 BANKRUPTCY

      EFFECT OF CONVERSION OF CHAPTER 13 BANKRUPTCY TO CHAPTER 7 BANKRUPTCY

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      Bankruptcy Code Section 348(f) states when a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is converted to a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, the Bankruptcy Estate does not include property acquired by the Debtor after the original Chapter 13 Bankruptcy was filed. This is an interesting element of Bankruptcy Law because in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy the Bankruptcy Estate can include…

    • Will Everyone Find Out You Filed For Bankruptcy?

      Will Everyone Find Out You Filed For Bankruptcy?

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      Filing for bankruptcy is a tough time. You may be uncertain or scared of the future. Perhaps you are worried about who will all find out you had to file. This is a completely normal feeling and one that many who have filed for bankruptcy have felt. We often hold the feeling our loved ones…

    • Do Not Allow Debt Collectors And Bankruptcy Ruin Your Mental Health

      Do Not Allow Debt Collectors And Bankruptcy Ruin Your Mental Health

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      The number of professional economists that have plans to keep on working beyond their 70th birthdays is a lot higher than the overall percentage of workers planning the same thing. But it is stressful to think about money all the time no matter how well you adhere to the budget. Financial hardships can ruin your…

    • Alternatives To Paying The Collection Agencies

      Alternatives To Paying The Collection Agencies

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      It can be truly unpleasant to deal with collection agencies. A lot of people wonder how their debt became the business of a collection agency in the first place? In most cases, the creditors such as credit card companies or some other organization you have received services from, send the debt to the collection agency…

    • The Effects Of Bankruptcy On Your Credit Report

      The Effects Of Bankruptcy On Your Credit Report

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      Your credit score is more important than ever before, affecting everything from your job prospects to your credit card interest rates. Many people use their energy to acquire and keep the best credit score possible, but sometimes this isn’t possible due to an unforeseen event. When this happens, you may need to file for liquidation.…

    • What You Should Know About Bankruptcy And Your Credit

      What You Should Know About Bankruptcy And Your Credit

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      Unfortunately, 2021 hasn’t been a good year for many people financially. The tough economy has led to furloughs and layoffs, leaving people in a disastrous financial position. Even if you’re lucky enough to have been able to return to work, you may find that you’re still faced with a reduction in pay or hours. When…

    • TREATMENT OF AUTO ACCIDENT THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE FILING OF BANKRUPTCY

      TREATMENT OF AUTO ACCIDENT THAT OCCURRED AFTER THE FILING OF BANKRUPTCY

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      If a Debtor files Bankruptcy and following the filing of the Bankruptcy, the Debtor is in an auto accident, then how such accident is treated by the bankruptcy trustee depends heavily upon whether the Debtor filed a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. Bankruptcy Code Section 541(a) states that the commencement or filing of…

    • Comparing Credit Cards And Debit Cards

      Comparing Credit Cards And Debit Cards

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      Plastic money or cards be it credit or debit are among the most preferred modes of payment after cash. Over the last few years, there has been a substantial increase in the usage of both types of cards to pay for products and services. Although the debit card has no debt liability, credit card debt…

    • ISSUE OF ACREAGE LIMITATIONS IN THE CLAIM OF THE FLORIDA HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS IN FEDERAL BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS

      ISSUE OF ACREAGE LIMITATIONS IN THE CLAIM OF THE FLORIDA HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS IN FEDERAL BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS

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      My name is Jay Weller, President of the Weller Legal Group PA. I am an attorney that represents Debtors in bankruptcy proceedings in the Middle District of Florida Bankruptcy Court, Tampa Division. For any Debtor with a Homestead, who wants to retain their Homestead, file Bankruptcy, and successfully claim the Florida Homestead Exemption, it is…