Articles from Allmand Law

Divorce and Bankruptcy: Can They Both Be Filed at the Same Time?

DivorceWhen you and your spouse are coming to terms with your marriage and finances involved you may have questions that come about regarding divorce and bankruptcy. Depending on your situation you may be recommended to complete one before the other. Or, you may be able to complete each process at the same time depending on […]

Today In Bankruptcy – 04-08-2014

Today-In-Bankruptcy (1)Bringing you the most up-to-date news, tips and blogs throughout the web. Here’s your Bankruptcy Update for April 8th, 2014 Puerto Rico Hires Bankruptcy Lawyers Coldwater Creek bankruptcy filing expected soon James River Files Bankruptcy After Price Drops Idle Mines

California Man Pleads Guilty to Tax and Bankruptcy Fraud through Homeowner Scheme

shutterstock_80916034William Barry Blythe, 67, of Murrieta, California is charged with one count of bankruptcy fraud and submitting a false tax return.  Blythe carried out a homeowner scheme that included creating multiple fake trust accounts that claimed to hold the title of homeowner properties.  In doing so, he claimed to take ownership of the mortgages but […]

Bankruptcy Trustee Questions Oksana Grigorieva’s Finances

mel-gibson-indagato-per-accuse-di-violenza-domestica (1)While Oksana Grigorieva claims she’s strapped for cash, the bankruptcy trustee overseeing her case claims her monthly expenses are not adding up.

Today In Bankruptcy – 04-03-2014

Today-In-Bankruptcy (1)Bringing you the most up-to-date news, tips and blogs throughout the web. Here’s your Bankruptcy Update for April 3rd, 2014 Bankruptcy for Twin Cities Archdiocese considered Oksana Grigorieva Questioned By Bankruptcy Trustee About Her Expenses North Adams Regional Hospital files for bankruptcy liquidation, but work to reopen ER continues

Options for When You Cannot Afford a Bankruptcy Attorney

AP20C7One of the best ways to learn more about your options when considering filing bankruptcy is to do your homework by researching what is available. You can also discuss your situation with a qualified bankruptcy attorney that can provide further insight to help you make an informed decision.  Even though you may feel as if […]

Do I Have to File Bankruptcy with an Attorney?

flickr-2200500024-hdThe bankruptcy code allows debtors the option of representing themselves, also known as a “pro se” debtor.  Yet, just because you can file on your own doesn’t mean it is always the best idea.  In many cases you should complete the process with an experienced bankruptcy attorney.  To understand this further it helps to get […]

Today In Bankruptcy – 04-01-2014

Today-In-Bankruptcy (1)Bringing you the most up-to-date news, tips and blogs throughout the web. Here’s your Bankruptcy Update for April 1st, 2014 Coldwater Creek Preparing to File for Bankruptcy Partners in failed Foxwoods casino file for bankruptcy Cengage exits bankruptcy, cuts $5.8 bln debt more than two-thirds

What Happens When You Can Not Afford Filing Fees for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

empty_walletOne reason why many debtors may not have started the filing process for Chapter 7 bankruptcy is their inability to pay filing fees. It is possible you may be able to have them waived if you meet necessary qualifications for your state.  For instance, if you want to file for protection in Texas, your household […]

If I Am in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Can I Keep My Tax Refund?

coins_refundChapter 13 bankruptcy is a structured repayment plan approved by the court that helps debtors make affordable monthly payments to creditors. The plan is based on income ability of the debtor with disposable income being another factor in how payments to creditors are established. A tax refund may be considered disposable income that could be […]

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