If you are a cosigner on the debt, then you and the other debtor are technically joint and severally liable for that debt.  One common form of debt that’s jointly owned is that for a vehicle.  If somebody else filed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy on it vehicle that you cosign, you may be protected under+ Read MoreThe post How does a Cha

I enjoy meeting with my clients to discuss solutions to debt problems.  And over the years I have met some really pleasant and interesting people.  That being said, I hope that when your bankruptcy case is over, I will never see you again – at least for another bankr

I enjoy meeting with my clients to discuss solutions to debt problems.  And over the years I have met some really pleasant and interesting people.  That being said, I hope that when your bankruptcy case is over, I will never see you again – at least for another bankr

A Florida bankruptcy judge will allow Casey Anthony to discharge most of her outstanding debt.  Anthony filed for bankruptcy protection earlier this year after accumulating hundreds of thousands of dollars in liabilities with much of the debt being legal fees.  If she has any criminal fines or student loans she would still be responsible for [...]

There are plenty of ways to commit fraud when filing for bankruptcy.  Aside from all the ethical reasons to avoid fraud, prison time may be the greatest reason to avoid bankruptcy fraud.  Here is a recent article regarding the same:
Article on Bankruptcy Fraud

What is a Chapter 11 Single Asset Real Estate Bankruptcy Case?  Well, first, these are commonly referred to as “SARE” cases.

What is a Chapter 11 Single Asset Real Estate Bankruptcy Case?  Well, first, these are commonly referred to as “SARE” cases.

What is a Chapter 11 Single Asset Real Estate Bankruptcy Case?  Well, first, these are commonly referred to as “SARE” cases.

What is a Chapter 11 Single Asset Real Estate Bankruptcy Case?  Well, first, these are commonly referred to as “SARE” cases.

This is the case of William Forte, who comes to see me from Great Lakes, Illinois which is Lake County, Illinois regarding a Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition.  He did file a bankruptcy back in 1999 under Chapter 7.  It’s been over eight years so he is eligible to file again.  He does not own a+ Read MoreThe post The Case Tilts Toward A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Filing appe