Does a judgement for a small claims case fall under 11 U.S.C 523(a)(11)?

If you can show that the judgement arose from an act of fraud it can be excepted from discharge.

Bankruptcy does not eliminate a secured creditor's interest in its collateral. In theory, the SBA's lien would only attach to your half-interest in...

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What am I looking for in a bankruptcy lawyer? Also, what do I stop doing when I decide this path?

For a flat fee bankruptcy it is always important to ask what the fee will cover. Some attorneys will only prepare and file you petition and attend...

This is really interesting question, and unfortunately really interesting questions usually require the advice of an attorney. I think the main...

Can I move money from a personal account to a business account legally if i'm about to file bankruptcy?

I agree with the attorneys who counsel caution. Whatever you do, don't try to hide any assets or transfers. Money problems are easier to fix than...

Will my bankruptcy be dismissed if I default on payday loans while in bankruptcy?

Defaulting on post-bankruptcy borrowing will not result in the revocation of your bankruptcy discharge. But post-bankruptcy debt is not included in...

Your lawsuit in small claims court is stayed by the bankruptcy and cannot go forward. If you think the debt to you is non-dischargeable due to...

Can you legally plead the fifth in a bankruptcy court hearing

The Supreme Court has ruled that the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination applies whether the witness is in a federal court or, under...

Does Colorado permit bankruptcy claimants to file electronically?

Do you fix your own car when it isn't running or do you hire a mechanic? If you have somehow acquired specialized knowledge and skill in bankruptcy...

Will the automatic stay in chapter 7 bankruptcy protect my child from the "meal of shame"?

This is a very interesting question. In the typical situation, a debtor cannot use the automatic stay to force a creditor to continue providing...