Fraud is not something all that unusual in bankruptcy filings as many people do try and defraud their creditors. Since the fresh start of bankruptcy isn’t available in such a scenario, the question then becomes: how is fraud defined? An upcoming Supreme Court...
Having a co-signer can be tremendously beneficial when you’re applying for a loan. It can often help you if your credit score is low or if you’re just starting to build your credit. With that in mind, a co-signer is placing him or herself at risk,...
It’s the last week of October, which means the holiday season is fast approaching. If you’re currently struggling with your debts, you may have been considering hiring a bankruptcy attorney to assist you with your bankruptcy filing. This is obviously a...
Individuals who are facing bankruptcy sometimes believe that attempting to find work while filing for bankruptcy could harm their chances of being considered for a potential job. On the contrary, if you’re looking for work, filing could help your job search...
Among the several different bankruptcy filings, Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the one where timing is imperative. Chapter 7 is a liquidation proceeding where the debtor’s non-exempt assets end up being sold by a Chapter 7 trustee. Whatever proceeds are made are...
