Nov 15, 2017 | Bankruptcy
When you have unpaid debt, the creditor you owe may hire a debt collector or debt collection agency to collect the debt on their behalf. The debt collector or collection agency will contact you regularly trying to collect the unpaid debt. This practice is not illegal, but it is regulated by the Federal Trade Commission …
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Jul 5, 2017 | Bankruptcy
Many people do not file for bankruptcy because they lack a basic understanding of bankruptcy. They do not understand: what it is the different types of bankruptcy if they need an attorney’s help. They base their decision on negative and wrong information from family and friends. They listen to somebody who knew somebody who once …
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May 24, 2017 | Bankruptcy
A question married clients often ask us is, “Do we have to file a joint bankruptcy or can one of us file alone?” The straight answer to the question is that a married couple does not have to file jointly. Bankruptcy laws allow a spouse to file an individual bankruptcy petition. But, all bankruptcy cases …
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Apr 10, 2017 | Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy can be a scary and confusing thing to think. One of the main things that lead to these feelings is a lack of understanding of common bankruptcy terminology. There is no need to feel confused especially once you have a better understanding of these common bankruptcy terms. Automatic Stay is an order …
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Mar 6, 2017 | Bankruptcy
Many Americans are burdened by financial difficulties such as excessive medical bills, overwhelming credit card debt, underwater mortgages, job loss, etc. Filing for bankruptcy can be beneficial to those who are struggling financially. Perhaps the most beneficial aspect of bankruptcy is the automatic stay. What is an Automatic Stay? The automatic stay is an injunction …
read more: Automatic Stay: The Most Beneficial Aspect of Bankruptcy
Sep 26, 2016 | Bankruptcy
One of the main reasons many individuals who are in financial stress choose not to file bankruptcy is because they have been scared by the dire warning that Filing Bankruptcy Will Ruin Your Credit. This long-held belief holds some truth. Yes, bankruptcy is reported on a filer’s credit report and it can remain visible on …
read more: Bankruptcy and Credit Score: Federal Reserve Study Reveals Truth about this Relationship
Sep 8, 2016 | Bankruptcy
If you have been struggling with debt for a while, then it is possible that a judgment lien(s) has been placed against your property or could be in the future. Are you wondering how to remove a judgment lien from your property? A judgment lien is a lien that is filed on your property by …
read more: Bankruptcy Could Help Remove a Judgment Lien from Your Property
Aug 25, 2016 | Bankruptcy
Are you struggling with debt and in desperate need of a fresh start? Throughout American history bankruptcy has been a protected right meant to provide indebted citizens a means of unburdening themselves of their debt and starting their financial life over. Article I, Section 8, Clause 4 of the U.S. Constitution grants Congress the right …
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Aug 1, 2016 | Bankruptcy
The garnishment of your wages can be stopped with the appropriate legal process. Have you gotten so far behind on your credit card bill, medical bills, personal loans, or other consumer debt, that a creditor has taken you or is threatening to take you to court in order to garnish your paycheck? If so, you’re …
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Jul 21, 2016 | Bankruptcy
Are you worried about the repossession of your vehicle? Well, read this article because we may have a solution for you… Unless you live in a large city that has Metro Transportation Services, your car plays an important role in your life. It gets you to your place of employment, the grocery store, church, recreational …
read more: Can Filing Bankruptcy Help Save Your Car from Repossession?Brock & Stout can help you with your Bankruptcy, Social Security Disability and Personal Injury claim needs today. Feel free to call our toll free number, contact us online or stop by one of our many office locations. We hope you will give us the opportunity and the privilege to help you and your family.
