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Will I lose my car if I file for bankruptcy?

I get this question all the time. “I need my car to get to work – will I lose it if I file for bankruptcy?” That’s a loaded question and hard to answer in 30 seconds. What you need to understand that every case is different but in most cases you can choose a type… Continue reading Will I lose my car if I file for bankruptcy?

What kind of question will a bankruptcy lawyer ask me in my first consultation?

I always tell prospective clients to be prepared to answer some questions like this: • What kind of debts do you owe? • Are you able to pay the minimum payments on your bills? • Do you find yourself spending more money than you make? • Are creditors constantly calling you? Are your wages being garnished? I… Continue reading What kind of question will a bankruptcy lawyer ask me in my first consultation?

Can I file for bankruptcy in Utah if I don’t have a job?

One of the most common reasons for filing for bankruptcy is when someone has lost of a job. The answer then is YES you can definitely file for bankruptcy if you don’t have a job but whether or not the bankruptcy will be successful will depend on which type of bankruptcy you file for. Chapter… Continue reading Can I file for bankruptcy in Utah if I don’t have a job?

Do I have any rights against a debt collector?

Most creditors start debt collection efforts with a series of form letters, then they move onto phone calls, and then either a repossession occurs or the debt is referred to a collection agency or an attorney for suit. Most parties that collect debt on behalf of an original creditor are restricted by the Fair Debt… Continue reading Do I have any rights against a debt collector?

Bankrupt and over 65?

According to a recent report from the Institute for Financial Literacy, bankruptcy filings are on the rise among older Americans. In the past, most retirees who file bankruptcy have been driven into financial ruin by unmanageable medical bills. These days, however, its more likely to be credit card and other consumer debt. Credit card interest and… Continue reading Bankrupt and over 65?

Student Loans and Bankruptcy

Student loans are the most common way Utahans use to fund an education, specifically college and graduate school.  They can also provide educational opportunities that you may otherwise not have been able to obtain due to the cost. Sadly in many of the Utah cases that I see college grads are left with a diploma and the crushing financial burden of both… Continue reading Student Loans and Bankruptcy

What questions should you ask a bankruptcy lawyer at your first consultation?

When you’re thinking about filing for bankruptcy it’s critical that you hire an experienced bankruptcy lawyer to help you through the process. Most Utah lawyers offer free initial consultations in personal bankruptcy cases. This is good for the consumer since it will give you an opportunity to meet with different lawyers to determine who you… Continue reading What questions should you ask a bankruptcy lawyer at your first consultation?

Looking for a cheap bankruptcy attorney near you? Something you should know:

So here is the inside scoop: 1. All bankruptcy attorneys filing in a specific court charge within a few hundred dollars of each other. This goes for the bankruptcy court in Utah. The reason: Bankruptcy fees are disclosed in all cases and they are easily available for viewing on-line by attorneys that work in that… Continue reading Looking for a cheap bankruptcy attorney near you? Something you should know:

Can I File Bankruptcy For My Medical Bills?

Having overwhelming medical debt is a leading factor that leads to people needing to file a bankruptcy in Utah. In the majority of cases I see this arises from the failure of the debtor to have medical insurance. Even if you have medical coverage it is possible to run up huge medical debts your insurance… Continue reading Can I File Bankruptcy For My Medical Bills?