Chapter 7 bankruptcy for a small business

When filing a business Chapter 7 case, the business must cease to do business and close. There is no discharge of debt for a business, rather the...

Received a civil action - final judgement amended .. what's that mean ?

My colleagues answers are all good answers and I suggest you do follow their advice. I think what you are seeing is an amended judgment that was...

It is possible for an individual over the age of 62 to obtain a reverse mortgage. The problem in using the reverse mortgage to pay off the...

Your obligation to repay the debts was discharged in your Chapter 7 bankruptcy case, however the liens survive and remain against the property. As...

Can bankruptcy save me from a lawsuit?

If a debt collector is calling you about your wages and bank accounts, that is never good. Does your credit report indicate that a judgment has...

Why does my husband's business income count for my bankruptcy but not in family court?

When you are married, the Bankruptcy Court assumes (not always correctly) that you are an economic unit, sharing income and expenses. For that...

Should I include deceased spouse's medical bills in Chapter 7?

Mr. Grambell has hit the nail on the head. List the "Necessary" medical expenses of your wife on your bankruptcy petition and mark them as...

Is Bankruptcy a bad idea for a 28 years old, single mother, with future plans(home/law school)

Yes bankruptcy is probably going to be the answer to your prayers. Mr. Brumel and my colleagues have given you very good advice. One potential...

When you co-sign on a debt you become equally liable for the debt with the other party. The debt is as much yours as the other party's. You are...

The mortgage lender is filing a motion to lift the automatic stay without providing me copies of the note and mortgage.

A motion has been filed by your mortgage company to lift the automatic stay in your Chapter 7 case. You want to know if the failure to included...