Bankruptcy / Foreclosure Law

Freedom Communications Files Chapter 11 Protection

A national media company that owns more than 30 daily newspapers and eight television stations has reportedly sought bankruptcy protection.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at 08:36 AM

Business Bankruptcies Up from Last Year

According to a bankruptcy organization, there have been more Chapter 11 filings in the first half of 2009 when compared to the figures of last year.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 03:27 PM

Reader's Digest Files Chapter 11

A nationally recognized publication known for having inspirational stories and being small enough to fit in one's pocket is reportedly planning to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Thursday, August 20, 2009 at 08:42 AM

Chapter 13 filings increased in July

According to new figures from the American Bankruptcy Institute, there was a significant increase in consumer bankruptcy filings in July when compared to figures from the same time period the year before.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 08:27 AM

Stephen Baldwin Files for Chapter 11

A Hollywood actor known for planning some brooding characters on the silver screen has reportedly filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 03:03 PM

Broadcasting Company Files Chapter 11

A national broadcasting company has reportedly filed for bankruptcy chapter 11 in an effort to stay afloat of its estimated $410 million in debt.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 03:24 PM

Auto Parts Supplier Files Chapter 11

Lear Corporation has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection today, making it the third auto parts supplier in the past month to file due to financial troubles.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at 07:32 AM

RI Slot Parlor Files Chapter 11

One of Rhode Island's biggest sources of revenue has just filed for bankruptcy protection because the business is reportedly being crippled by a half-billion dollars in debt, the Associated Press reports.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 03:32 PM

Trump Entertainment Files For Bankruptcy for Third Time

For the third time the three Atlantic City, New Jersey casinos that bear the name of Donald Trump are filing for bankruptcy - just days after the real estate developer and reality TV star resigned as chairman of the board.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 02:15 PM

Money Allocated to Deal with Foreclosure in Detroit

A proposal made by planners in Detroit would see over 2,000 houses demolished in order to provide help with the current foreclosure crisis.

Friday, November 7, 2008 at 08:12 AM

Good Samaritan Helps Woman Stung by Foreclosure

A woman who had her home put up for auction after falling behind on her mortgage repayments was the recipient of an act of kindness this week.

Friday, October 31, 2008 at 09:11 AM

Chicago Sheriff Takes Stand Against Mortgage Foreclosure

A sheriff in Cook County, Illinois, has said he will no longer evict tenants who have been ordered out of foreclosed properties.

Thursday, October 9, 2008 at 08:14 AM

Bankruptcy 'Increasing Among Older Americans'

A growing number of Americans are facing bankruptcy in their old age as they struggle to cope with increasing prices.

Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at 09:39 AM

Campaign to Help Homeowners Struggling With Foreclosure

The federal government is being lobbied for help for homeowners as well as businesses as the economic crisis threatens mortgages.

Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 08:13 AM

Braxton Beating Hurdles to Dance With Stars

Singer Toni Braxton is impressing the judges on Dancing With The Stars after overcoming a series of personal problems to appear on the show.

Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 08:11 AM

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