The misinformation people share about bankruptcy might prevent someone coping with unsustainable levels of debt from filing. Common myths about bankruptcy include the idea that you lose all of your property and that you will never be eligible for credit again. Some...
Bankruptcy Law
What is an automatic stay, and how can it help you?
If you are in debt, one of the things that you may want to do is to go into bankruptcy. Bankruptcy can be helpful since it gives you time to get your finances back in order and allows you to use legal protections to pay off and discharge certain debts. When you are...
How long does it take to rebuild your credit after a bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy is an aggressive debt solution ideal for those dealing with aggressive creditors. If a company wants to repossess your vehicle, foreclose on your house or take you to court over an unpaid debt, then filing for personal bankruptcy might be the...
What are Pennsylvania-specific bankruptcy exemption laws?
Many individuals encumbered with debt without any prospect of rising out of it pursue bankruptcy. There are pros and cons for filing Chapter 7 versus 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows you to eliminate most if not all of your unsecured debts if you can prove...
Some Private Student Loans may be Discharged in Bankruptcy
Some Private Student Loans may be Discharged in Bankruptcy.
Can Bankruptcy Eliminate Debt If Judgment Already Entered?
Can Bankruptcy Eliminate Debt If Judgment Already Entered? In most circumstances the answer is yes.
What does the bankruptcy trustee do in Chapter 7 and 13 filings?
In both kinds of bankruptcy, the courts will also appoint a trustee. How does the role of the trustee differ in these two forms of bankruptcy?
CAN I ELIMINATE TRAFFIC FINES IN BANKRUPTCY IN NEW JERSEY?
Certain types of claims, such as child support, student loans and other things as well as fines are not dischargeable…However, it is worth noting that in New Jersey, surcharges can be discharged
Can you stop bankruptcy once you start?
If you’re dealing with debt, one of the options you may have open to you is filing for bankruptcy. Sometimes individuals decide they do no want to go through with bankruptcy. Some people find themselves in a unique position where they begin a bankruptcy only to want...
Moratorium On Utility Disconnections is Ending
The pandemic led the Governor of New Jersey to place a moratorium on foreclosures and evictions during the pandemic. In addition, Governor Murphy signed into law Order 229 which prohibited public and private electric gas and water utilities from disconnecting because...

