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    • The Pros And Cons Of Filing For Bankruptcy

      The Pros And Cons Of Filing For Bankruptcy

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      There are many pros and cons of filing for bankruptcy. One of the biggest cons to doing so is that when you file for either a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it’ll show up on your consumer credit report for anywhere up to the 10 years of your life. Another thing that you’ll…

    • Options Besides Bankruptcy

      Options Besides Bankruptcy

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      When you’re struggling with debt, filing for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy may be a good option. However, before doing so, you should take some time to see if there are any alternatives available because these could be your best remedy. Negotiate With Your Creditors If you either have some disposable income…

    • FORECLOSURES 2022

      FORECLOSURES 2022

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      The last few years have been rough for Americans and the entire world. Stocks have been very volatile, inflation is up, and political unrest seems to be dividing the country even more than ever. To make matters even worse Foreclosures have been increasing over the past few months. In this article, we will discuss the…

    • 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…

    • TREATMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT ARREARS OWED TO BANKRUPTCY DEBTOR

      TREATMENT OF CHILD SUPPORT ARREARS OWED TO BANKRUPTCY DEBTOR

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      How may the Bankruptcy Court treat child support arrears owed to a Debtor who files Bankruptcy? In such an instance, the Debtor or the Bankruptcy Attorney, on behalf of the Debtor, may engage in an analysis of two important concepts in Bankruptcy. The first question is whether child support or child support arrears are even…

    • Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Treatment Of Automobile Accidents

      Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Treatment Of Automobile Accidents

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      If a Debtor is in an automobile accident, either before the filing of the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy or after the filing of Chapter 13, proceeds from any personal injury or property settlement arising out of the accident, are included in the Bankruptcy Estate. In Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in which the Debtor uses the Florida Bankruptcy…

    • 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…

    • Can I File For Bankruptcy If I Lose My Job?

      Can I File For Bankruptcy If I Lose My Job?

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      Many individuals in Florida found themselves unemployed once the epidemic hit. About 13.5% of the entire nation’s workforce, which equals out to be approximately 22 million people, were forced to file for unemployment benefits once the Coronavirus took its toll, according to the United States Department of Labor. With new strains of the virus popping…

    • 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…