By Jeff Field | Published September 8, 2025 | Posted in Bankruptcy | Tagged Tags: confidential, genetic, pitfalls | Leave a comment
Professor Urges Passage of Federal Law to Protect Private Customer Information When Companies Go Bankrupt
Companies go bankrupt all the time, and when they do, assets can be sold so that creditors can receive payment on what they are owed. If a manufacturer has to sell inventory or fixtures as part of a Chapter 7 or 11 proceeding, it usually has little to no effect on third parties. However, for Read More
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Can You Refinance Your Home Loan While on a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan?
One of the key reasons why people choose Chapter 13 bankruptcy as a debt relief solution is because it offers the opportunity to retain their homes. With the guidance of an experienced attorney, you can develop an appropriate repayment plan to be completed over a period of three to five years. This schedule allows you Read More
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Talking to Your Children About Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy can make an enormous positive difference in your life if you’re struggling with debt problems. However, there are times when it can be a difficult subject to discuss, especially with your children. Every parent wants to be a good provider and keep their children away from stressful situations, but depending on their age, they Read More
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Chapter 7 Creditors Question Former Football Star’s Glamorous Social Media Posts
You never can be sure who will see your social media posts. If you’re going through a bankruptcy, photos that you put online or comments that you publish could send the wrong message about your financial status. Now, a former football star is trying to convince his creditors that, despite how his social media feed Read More
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Filings Increase in First Half of 2025
Since the beginning of 2025, the news has been filled with stories related to America’s economy and the changes instituted by the new presidential administration. Though there is disagreement about the best way to proceed and we probably won’t know the true effects of new policies for quite a while, many people in the United Read More
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Are Debts Owed for Traffic Violations and Other Offenses Part of a Chapter 13 Repayment Plan?
Filing for Chapter 13 is the right option for many individuals facing financial distress despite the fact that they are earning a steady income. Many people are unable to climb out to debt on their own when a short-term job loss, medical issue, divorce or expensive repair sets them back. By developing a fair repayment Read More
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Bankruptcy and 401(k) Loans
People facing unrelenting pressure from creditors often consider a range of options. For many, bankruptcy offers the clearest path to a fresh financial start. Another option some people consider is taking out a loan against the funds in their 401(k) retirement account. Under both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings, 401(k) plans are generally protected Read More
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Can You Keep Your Airline Miles and Reward Points if You File for Bankruptcy?
When you seek relief for overwhelming debt through Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it’s possible that some assets you own will be taken and sold by the trustee in order to help pay your creditors. Several types of items are fully or partially exempted from liquidation, but you might be unclear on whether you can keep certain Read More
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Bankruptcy Among Financial Professionals
Debt problems cut across all demographic groups and workers in every industry. Doctors, lawyers and even financial professionals frequently file for bankruptcy when they can no longer pay creditors what they owe. This highlights the fact that financial struggles are usually attributable to unfortunate circumstances that can affect anyone. If you work in the financial Read More
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What Are the Most Common Reasons Why People File for Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is a personal decision, and while some people are uncomfortable talking about financial problems, it’s important to understand that there are many others in the same position. When you’re struggling with calls and other types of pressure from creditors and collection agencies, it might be time to discuss your particular circumstances with a qualified Read More
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