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Can a large paycheck be an issue in a chapter 7 bankruptcy? I received one lump sum check, my balance of contract for 11-12 yr.
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Answered on July 04, 2012
You have a few issues here that need to be looked at by an attorney. You have to run a Means Test analysis to see if you qualify for Chapter 7. ...
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If I am in the middle of filing chapter 7 bankruptcy and am in the middle of a move. Is it ok to buy appliances and furnishings?
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Answered on July 03, 2012
The answer depends on whether you have already filed Chapter 7. If you have filed, and you want to purchase items with post-filing earnings, or...
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Is there a difference between an adversary filing an objection to determine discharability in a Ch. 7 BK case?
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Answered on July 02, 2012
My firm actually litigated a case here in Arizona on this very issue. We prevailed on summary judgment, which means that the case did not need to...
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I have the question on how tax return will effect on the time we file bk on chapter 7 and chapter 13.
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Answered on July 02, 2012
Please listen to the AZ attorneys as they know what the AZ exemptions are. Although there is no exemption in AZ for tax refunds, your breakdown of...
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If my ex filed for Ch. 7 but did not notify the BK on receiving a personal injury settlement is this illegal?
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Answered on June 27, 2012
The claim absolutely needed to be disclosed on Schedule B of the bankruptcy paperwork. Failure to disclose an asset can be a Federal crime. As...
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Do I need to inform the court about a car that I financed after my case was dismissed now that it has been reinstated?
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Answered on June 22, 2012
I don't think you need to do anything. If the case was reinstated, the original filing date still applies. Since you purchased the car after you...
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Determining equity in the house for Chapter 7 where debtor is the only person on the deed but two people on the mortgage.
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Answered on June 22, 2012
Equity is not determined by who is on the deed. It is based on the value of the house and the amount of secured debt owed. In terms of your...
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How and whatcan i do to file a coplaint agaignst the US bankruptcy trial attorney and trustee...i have reached a settlement wit
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Answered on June 22, 2012
There are issues with your case that are not completely clear based on your question. Filing a complaint against the US Trustee and your case...
Is my security deposit with my landlord exempt in chapter 7 bankruptcy?
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Answered on June 21, 2012
Speak with an attorney. Even if there is no exemption, a trustee may not want to assume the lease and seek the security deposit.
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Would my personal bankruptcy affect my wife receiving a financial gift from her Mom?
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Answered on June 21, 2012
If the gift arose and was given after you filed a Chapter 7 case, then it does not matter who received it (you or your wife), as it is a...
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