How to Keep Assets Legally Protected in Bankruptcy

Most Common Debts Discharged in BankruptcyFiling for bankruptcy can help you keep your assets legally without having them seized by creditors to satisfy an outstanding balance or past due debt.  Yet, some who file think they need to hide or withhold information about their personal property in order to retain it.  This action may lead to bankruptcy fraud charges, hefty [...]

Free New York Bankruptcy Information Event – All Are Welcome

new york city bar associationOn August 22, 2013, David Shaev will be presenting at the Consumer Bankruptcy Informational Workshop, a presentation of City Bar Justice Center of the New York City Bar and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Good News for Oregon Consumers and Their Cars in Bankruptcy

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Up until recently Oregon car owners who wished to file bankruptcy had cause for concern. Under the Oregon exemptions, single filers could protect only $3000 in car equity and married filers could protect only $3000 each or $6000 for one vehicle.

What To Do If You Default On Your Federal Student Loans After Rehabilitation

student loan lawyerA defaulted federal student loan isn’t the end of the world.
Let’s say you fell behind on your student loans. Way behind.
So far behind that you went into default on your federal loans. But times got better, and you were able to rehabilitate those loans and resume payments.

Legal Fees In Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Must Be Paid Before Filing The Case

chapter 7 legal fees to start caseI wish we could file your Chapter 7 bankruptcy case immediately – but we can’t. Here’s why.
If you owe us money when your case is filed, we’re considered creditors.
Creditors aren’t allowed to contact you or ask you for money once your case is filed.
If they do, it’s against the law.

Refinancing Your Mortgage While In Chapter 13

refinance mortgage during chapter 13You can refinance your mortgage during an active Chapter 13 bankruptcy case – but only if you follow the rules.
When you file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, part of the deal is that you are not allowed to take on more debt until the case is over.
If you want to take on new debt while your case is active, you need court permission.

California Business Man Convicted of 15 Counts of Bankruptcy Fraud

 Imprisonment, Destitution and Other MiseryA California business man and an attorney were recently convicted in a multimillion dollar bankruptcy fraud and money laundering scheme that carried on for a number of years.  Steven Zinnel, 49, of Gold River and attorney Derian Eidson, 49, of Yorba Linda, will both be sentenced later this year their roles in the scheme that [...]

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