No one can tell you whether you qualify for a chapter 7 bankruptcy without having knowledge of the details of your situation. To be eligible for...

Attorney Epstein has it right. Ohio does not allow the federal exemptions in bankruptcy. ORC 2329.66(A)(1) provides the exemption allowance for...

It is difficult to determine your options based on the information you gave. You should discuss your concerns with your attorney and ask how the...

The debt limit for chapter 13 is calculated based on specific categorizations of secured and unsecured debts. You may meet the debt limit...

I don't think you will have a problem with this. The trustee will ask if you have paid any single creditor $600 or more. They usually don't ask...

You can sell your house while in the chapter 13. You have to get court permission to do so, as you cannot dispose of any asset without permission...

You can request a dismissal of your chapter 7 case, but you generally have to give a reason. You should review your case with a local bankruptcy...

Consult an attorney before moving to dismiss. You may be able to negotiate settlements and have your kids pay off the debt, but any forgiven...

I would not settle at this point. You should consult an attorney who is familiar with both debt defense and bankruptcy. You can usually...

Wait until you are served. Once served, you will have a certain number of days to respond to the complaint filed against you. If you do not...