Category Archives: Bankruptcy
How Do I Know If Bankruptcy Is Right For Me?
Anyone who is struggling with debt may be considering the possibility of bankruptcy and might be wondering if bankruptcy is the best option for them. The decision of whether or not to file for consumer bankruptcy is one you should make with assistance from a St. Petersburg bankruptcy attorney who has experience handling cases… Read More »
Will My Assets Be Liquidated If I File For Bankruptcy?
Anyone who is considering personal bankruptcy in Florida often has concerns about their assets and what property they will be able to keep if they file for bankruptcy. Many Floridians mistakenly assume that all, or nearly all, of their assets will be liquidated if they decide to file for consumer bankruptcy. It is critical… Read More »
How The Automatic Stay Protects Debtors In Consumer Bankruptcy Cases
When a debtor files for bankruptcy in Florida, the automatic stay immediately provides protections to the debtor. Yet many debtors do not fully understand how the automatic stay works, what it involves, or how it provides those protections at the start of and throughout the bankruptcy case. Our St. Petersburg bankruptcy lawyers can tell… Read More »
Important Things To Know About Bankruptcy And Divorce
When you are considering the possibility of filing for bankruptcy in the St. Petersburg area and you are also considering divorce, you are likely wondering if you need to plan one around the other. In other words, should you be planning to file for bankruptcy before divorce, or divorce before bankruptcy? Does it matter?… Read More »
Consumer Bankruptcy Checklist
Once you have made the decision to file for consumer bankruptcy, it is important to be sure that you have all of the documentation you will need to file and that you have taken all necessary steps. Given that U.S. bankruptcy law is extremely complex, it is essential to work with a St. Petersburg… Read More »
What Should I Avoid When Filing For Consumer Bankruptcy?
When you are planning to file for consumer bankruptcy in Florida, there are a wide variety of tips you should consider, including hiring an experienced St. Petersburg bankruptcy attorney to assist you with your case and to make sure that you complete all necessary steps of the bankruptcy process. Beyond the things you should… Read More »
Understanding Types Of Bankruptcy For Individuals
Anyone who is struggling with debt may have considered the possibility of filing for consumer bankruptcy. Yet there is a lot of information about personal bankruptcy available, and it can be difficult to sort through it. To be sure, there are many misconceptions about consumer bankruptcy, and even factual information concerning the different forms… Read More »
What Is The Process For Consumer Bankruptcy?
If you are considering the possibility of filing for bankruptcy, it is important to understand the process you will go through so that you can be prepared. Given that there are two different types of bankruptcy that are common among consumers, you should know that the bankruptcy process can vary greatly based on whether… Read More »
What Is Chapter 10 Bankruptcy In Proposed Legislation?
If you have been considering the possibility of filing for consumer bankruptcy but are concerned about your eligibility or the complexity of the process, that process could soon become much easier if certain proposed legislation passes. The Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act (CBRA), proposed by Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Representative Jerry Nadler of… Read More »
Debunking Bankruptcy Myths
Struggling with debt is extremely difficult under any circumstances, and it can be difficult to know when to ask for help and what kind of assistance may be available. One possibility is to file for consumer bankruptcy, but we know that it can be difficult to understand the benefits of Chapter 7 bankruptcy or… Read More »
