The Automatic Stay stops collection activity on debts that are nondischargeable, such as student loans. The Automatic Stay remains in place as to...

I am on disability and having trouble paying student debt

If your student loans are federal student loans and you became disabled after you borrowed the money through the student loans, you have a shot at...

Do I need to sign a reaffirmation agreement for mortgage after the bankruptcy law changed in 2005 in NY

What bankruptcy lawyers call what you are suggesting is the "ride through". In many jurisdictions the ability to use the "ride through" still...

The answers given about the $600.00 limit that must be reached before a trustee can recover funds paid in the 90 days prior to filing of a...

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If I filled for chapter 7 in Virginia, but now live in Nevada.. Do I need a new lawyer in Virginia or Nevada?

Mr. Petrenko has identified several facts that you have not provided. That is an example of why it is difficult to get an answer in this forum. ...

Can I sue

Ms. Bunce is correct. The only court that can handle the legal action seeking sanctions for violation of the Automatic Stay is the bankruptcy...

11 U.S. Code § 524 protects after-acquired community property even only one spouse obtains a discharge. Question is what is..

I agree with Stuart. There is one way that the increase in value could benefit the bankruptcy estate. That would be if an asset that a bankruptcy...

Temporary Restraining Order without an Adversary Proceeding?

Mr. Starrett's answer is on point about the Automatic Stay being an injunction. It is unlikely that the mortgage company, sheriff or state court...

In certain circumstances, can a judge reduce a first mortgage in a Ch 13 Bankruptcy?

I agree with the answers given. However, there is two exceptions when a mortgage that is secured by the debtor's real property which is his/her...

I filed chapter7 in utah in February and for got to pay my initial payment

Mr. Trease gave you an excellent answer with directions on how to proceed. Follow them and do so quickly.