The idea of bankruptcy has been around for a very long time. The basic idea of how bankruptcy works has been around as long as history itself you can even read about the concept of bankruptcy in the Bible. So its not surprising that millions of Americans file for bankruptcy protection every year. This idea… Continue reading How bankruptcy works
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Bankruptcy to remove student loans
It is commonly said that student loans are impossible to remove through filing for bankruptcy. However, that is not always true. It is a common misconception about bankruptcy. To remove student loans through a bankruptcy, it is not an easy process but it is possible. There are a few criteria that you have to meet… Continue reading Bankruptcy to remove student loans
Bankruptcy for LLC
If your business is organized as a corporation or a limited liability company (LLC), your personal assets are usually protected from business creditors –unless you specifically gave up your so-called “limited liability” protection. Unfortunately, you may have done so if the bank or other creditor required a personal guarantee and/or personal security before loaning you… Continue reading Bankruptcy for LLC
Bankruptcy for medical debt
Medical debts are one of the most common reasons that people need to seek bankruptcy relief. With out of control medical costs and increased insurance premiums more and more people are forced into financial ruin with just a day or two stay in hospital. With passage of the Affordable Heath Care Act it was assumed… Continue reading Bankruptcy for medical debt
Are bankruptcy records public
Yes bankruptcy records are available to the public. There is website where bankruptcy records are posted as they occur called Public Access to Court Records or PACER. They will most likely just be looked up by attorney’s however, because on the PACER website it costs money to review each page and to open an account… Continue reading Are bankruptcy records public
New Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is the type of bankruptcy that allows for a reorganization of debts. Chapter 13 can be a very useful tool to allow a debtor the opportunity to keep a home through bankruptcy even if they are behind on their mortgage payments at the time they file bankruptcy. Many times this is not… Continue reading New Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan
Bankruptcy for corporations
When filing for bankruptcy for a corporation there are a few options of the proper kinds of bankruptcy. The following is merely an quick overview and we suggest you seek out an experienced bankruptcy lawyer. In Utah that would be us! A Chapter 7 bankruptcy will be able to provide an orderly liquidation of the… Continue reading Bankruptcy for corporations
Bankruptcy to get out of debt
Bankruptcy wipes out some debts but it doesn’t wipe out all debts. When you are looking into bankruptcy you will want to know what kind of debts you have and what kinds of debts will and won’t be eliminated by bankruptcy. Some of the debts that a bankruptcy will be able to eliminate are credit… Continue reading Bankruptcy to get out of debt
When bankruptcy is the only option
There are a several signs that indicate bankruptcy is probably your best or only financial option. These include when you actually have income but not enough income to pay for your basic need so you start to use a credit card to pay for your basic needs. Since you cant pay your basic needs you… Continue reading When bankruptcy is the only option
Why bankruptcy happens
Bankruptcy happens as a result of being insolvent, or unable to pay back your debts. Bankruptcy is a legal status that lasts for a few month to several years depending on the kind of bankruptcy you pursue. It is an alternative to get rid of debts that you are unable to pay by yourself. It… Continue reading Why bankruptcy happens