How Soon Can You Start Reestablishing Credit after Bankruptcy? If you’ve had to file bankruptcy, for any reason whatsoever, you may be wondering how soon you can start to rebuild your credit, as well as the best ways to do so. You Can Start … [Read more...]
Can An Attorney Help Me Modify the Terms of a Loan?
Can a Lawyer Help You Obtain a Loan Modification? You may be experiencing financial difficulties and considering a bankruptcy filing to get a fresh start. However, your problem may be limited to one or a couple of loans that you simply can’t afford … [Read more...]
How Do I Find a Trustworthy Bankruptcy Attorney?
Finding a Bankruptcy Lawyer You Can Trust Making the decision to file a bankruptcy petition is a difficult decision. But choosing the best bankruptcy attorney for your situation can be even more intimidating and stressful. There are a lot of … [Read more...]
“Meaningful Review” by Collections Attorneys
U.S. District Judge Kevin McNulty, in the District of New Jersey, ruled last week in Bock v. Pressler & Pressler that a debt collection law firm violated the FDCPA (Fair Debt Collection Practices Act). The law firm apparently did not conduct a … [Read more...]
Dealing With the Emotions of Bankruptcy
The Emotional Toll That Comes With a Bankruptcy Filing Maybe you are just considering filing for bankruptcy protection, or maybe the process is complete or nearly complete. Here are some of the common emotions people express when considering or … [Read more...]
How Come I Can Be Thrown in Jail for Not Paying Child Support If I’m in Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy and Delinquent Child Support Payments You are behind on all your bills, including your child support. Maybe you lost your job, maybe you’ve had a difficult time getting back on your feet after a divorce or maybe you’ve been sick or hurt. … [Read more...]
Do I Really Need a Lawyer to File for Bankruptcy?
Filing Bankruptcy on Your Own — Can You??? Should You??? When you are struggling to make ends meet and have concluded that your best option is probably to file for protection under the federal bankruptcy laws, the last thing you may want to think … [Read more...]
When Pride Prevents a Person From Filing for Bankruptcy
Pride — One of the Biggest Stumbling Blocks to Exercising Your Rights in Bankruptcy In our wired and connected world, there’s a lot of hot air that makes its way around, talking about “high rates of bankruptcy” and implying that bankruptcy is simply … [Read more...]
Questions to Ask Your Lawyer About Bankruptcy
Considering Filing for Bankruptcy? Here Are the Questions to Ask Your Bankruptcy Lawyer You’ve been working hard to get your financial life back in order, but still can’t see any light at the end of the tunnel. You’re thinking maybe it’s time to … [Read more...]
Why Emotions Can Be Set Aside in a Bankruptcy Filing
Don’t Let Your Emotions Get in the Way of a Bankruptcy Filing You’ve been struggling to meet your financial obligations for months or even years, and you only seem to be getting further behind. Friends and family may have suggested that you consider … [Read more...]
