- Filing for Bankruptcy on Your Own May Not be the Best Idea You've had Lately
Filing for bankruptcy is only helpful if it is done correctly. Most people and many attorneys do not know anything about bankruptcy or the bankruptcy court. To start you off, here are three pieces of advice. First, you should know that you will not ... read more +
31-Mar-2010 2:33p
- Watch Me Wednesday: Bankruptcy Exemptions
Senior Managing Partner Melvyn Jacoby discusses assets that are exempt in a Bankruptcy in New York. read more +
31-Mar-2010 5:40a
- The Harbor Developer Files for Bankruptcy
The developer and majority owner of The Harbor in Rockwall has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The Harbor is a city center in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex where residents and visitors can enjoy restaurants and shops, as well as a ... read more +
30-Mar-2010 2:25p
- Can I Eliminate Credit Card Debt Through Bankruptcy?
Despite what you may have heard, you can eliminate your credit card debt through bankruptcy. Since the bankruptcy laws were revamped in 2005, many people have expressed confusion over whether or not they are still able to discharge their credit card ... read more +
30-Mar-2010 1:00p
- Paternity FAQs
The following are some questions commonly asked about paternity testing: Why get a paternity test? While the main objective of a paternity test is to determine whether or not a man is the biological father of a child, there are usually reasons other ... read more +
30-Mar-2010 10:05a
- Is Debt Consolidation Right for Me?
If you have a substantial amount of debt accumulating, you may want to consider debt consolidation as an alternative to Chapter 13 bankruptcy . Debt consolidation and Chapter 13 work much the same way. The debt consolidation process works by ... read more +
30-Mar-2010 5:25a
- What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides relief to people who have accumulated large of amounts debt but cannot afford to pay it off. Through Chapter 7, a person can get the majority of their non-secured debt eliminated completely. Once the bankruptcy process ... read more +
29-Mar-2010 4:00p
- Grad Students Fight for Maternity & Paternity Leave
Several colleges and universities are looking into adopting new policies that would provide maternity and paternity leave for students at the graduate level. The issue came to light after graduate students began pressing the schools to offer some ... read more +
29-Mar-2010 12:05p
- Welcome to our Florida Bankruptcy Blog
We are pleased to announce the launch of our Florida Bankruptcy Blog read more +
29-Mar-2010 10:20a
- The Great Escape
There’s an old saying that in this world nothing is certain but death and taxes. While I may not be able to help you when the Grim Reaper comes knocking at your door, I can often help you when Uncle Sam comes reaching for your wallet. Tax time is ... read more +
29-Mar-2010 6:00a
- Avoiding Foreclosure Scams
When facing foreclosure , there are some dishonest people that may try to take advantage of you and take your money or even trick you into turning over your property. It is important to understand what these scams are and how you can avoid them. At ... read more +
29-Mar-2010 5:18a
- Will Blockbuster File for Bankruptcy?
Some are speculating that Blockbuster Inc., the movie and video game rental chain, may be heading to bankruptcy court amid declining revenues and a drastic drop in profit. An article in Business Week reported that the company was more than $855 ... read more +
26-Mar-2010 3:30p
- What is a Short Sale?
If you are being threatened with foreclosure, a short sale is viable alternative you should consider. A short sale occurs when the lender agrees to allow the homeowner to sell their home for less than it's worth and forgive the rest of what is still ... read more +
26-Mar-2010 12:00p
- Jesse James May Be Sued for Child Custody
Several reports have surfaced that Jesse James’ ex-partner, porn star Janine Lindemulder, is planning to sue James for custody of their nine-year-old daughter Sunny. James was awarded full custody of Sunny in a court ruling last year, and has been ... read more +
25-Mar-2010 11:40a
- What is Loan Forbearance?
If you are facing the possibility of foreclosure because you are unable to make your mortgage payments, you should take a moment to consult an attorney at the Malaise Law Firm. We would be happy to meet with you to discuss several options you can ... read more +
24-Mar-2010 2:30p
- Woman Sued for Cheating, Ordered to Pay $9 Million
Most people who engage in extramarital affairs have some idea in the back of their mind that things could end badly. But it’s safe to say that for one New York woman, things ended worse than she could’ve ever imagined. Anne Lundquist, 49, was ... read more +
24-Mar-2010 11:05a
- Data Shows Increase in Total U.S. Bankruptcy Filings
New statistics made available by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts have shown there was an overall increase in bankruptcy filings in 2009 compared to 2008. Here is a brief overview of the recently released data: The total bankruptcy ... read more +
23-Mar-2010 1:54p
- Welcome to Our Los Angeles Estate Planning Blog
Our Attorneys are pleased to announce the launch of our Estate Planning Blog with an RSS feed available at ...../Recent-Blog-Posts/RSS.xml read more +
22-Mar-2010 11:12a
- Can I Eliminate All My Debt Through Bankruptcy?
If you’re like most people struggling to pay off loads of debt, you’ve probably considered whether or not filing for bankruptcy is a good option for you. Depending on how much you know about the bankruptcy process , you may also have wondered what ... read more +
22-Mar-2010 10:45a
- Bankruptcy Means Test
In 2005, a new set of bankruptcy laws were enacted to make it more difficult for people to file for Chapter 7 , the form of bankruptcy that eliminates non-secured debt. The laws were created to try to force more people to file for Chapter 13 , which ... read more +
22-Mar-2010 10:10a
- The "B" Word
The “B” Word …BANKRUPTCY! You can almost hear in your head the dramatic “dun dun dun…” preceding the word bankruptcy. In the past, the word “bankruptcy” was wrongfully stereotyped as taboo and an unthinkable result of financial irresponsibility. ... read more +
22-Mar-2010 6:00a
- Don’t Let Finances Keep You in a Bad Marriage
Finances are something many unhappily married couples consider before making the drastic step to end their marriage. Sometimes completely miserable couples stay together solely because it would not be a safe or smart move financially to end the ... read more +
22-Mar-2010 4:05a
- Judge Hoffman set to take the bench April 15, 2010
Judge Melvin Hoffman is set to take the bench April 15, 2010. Judge Hoffman will be taking the seat left by retiring Judge Rosenthal in the Massachusetts Bankruptcy Court, Central Division. Judge Rosenthal will remain on the bench through April 14, ... read more +
21-Mar-2010 7:54p
- Recent Discharge Violation Case Settles for $15,000
A recent discharge violation case of mine has settled for $15,000.00 In this case a creditor continued to call and send bills to a family after they had filed for bankruptcy and after they had received their bankruptcy discharge. The creditors ... read more +
21-Mar-2010 7:49p
- Creditors that continue to attempt to collect on discharged debt are violating the law.
At the conclusion of most individual bankruptcy cases a Debtor receives a “discharge” of his debts. The discharge is a release of your personal legal obligation to repay your debts. In part that discharge serves as an injunction against the ... read more +
20-Mar-2010 7:10p
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