Personal Bankruptcy in Florida

What types of bankruptcy are available?

Chapter 7 and chapter 13 are the two chapters most often used by the average consumer. Chapter 7 is typically used by those with little non-exempt property and less than median income. Chapter 13 is used by consumers who desire to propose a chapter 13 plan of reorganization to provide for their various debt over a 3 to 5 year plan of reorganization.

How does a person decide which chapter is best?

Various items need to be considered in determining whether to file for bankruptcy under chapter 7 or chapter 13. One item to be reviewed is the "mean test" which was added to the bankruptcy code in 2005. If a person has substantial property in excess of that which is "exempt," filing under chapter 13 would likely be appropriate.  Also is a person is behind with their mortgage or in a foreclosure, they would consider using chapter 13 to propose a plan to reinstate their mortgage.

Can a future employer consider my bankruptcy in a hiring decision?

Goverment employers may not deny employment to those who file for bankruptcy. Private employers may not terminate an employee because of a bankruptcy filing. Although technically a private employer can refuse to hire a person on account of a bankruptcy filing, often the discharge of debt makes a person a better candidate with his financial situation resolved.

May a person file for bankruptcy for just come of his debt?

A person is required to list all of his or her debt in the bankruptcy case. Those debts that are dischargeable will be discharged. A person though is free to voluntarily repay any debts if they should so desire.

Jordan E. Bublick - Miami Bankruptcy Lawyer - North Miami & Kendall Offices - (305) 891-4055 - www.bublicklaw.com