When you're looking to file for personal bankruptcy protection, there are generally two options—a Chapter 7 liquidation proceeding and a Chapter 13 "Wage Earner's Plan." For most of the history of American bankruptcy law, there were few limits on … [Read more...]
What to Expect During a Bankruptcy Fraud Investigation
The federal bankruptcy courts take the process seriously—while bankruptcy is considered a right conferred by federal statute, the trustee has a number of tools to ferret out fraud and protect the system. Here's what customarily happens when the … [Read more...]
Can a Bankruptcy Filing Help You Avoid Foreclosure?
Have you fallen behind in your mortgage payments? Have you received notice that your lender is seeking to foreclose, or are you worried that could happen any day? You may be considering filing for bankruptcy protection as a way of keeping your home. … [Read more...]