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When facing overwhelming financial challenges, it is important to know that you have options available to help regain control of your financial situation. Two common avenues for individuals seeking relief from debt are Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 bankruptcy. These two...
It can be difficult to recover when you fall into hard times. Debt is discouraging and overwhelming, but there is hope. Here are four signs that you need help from a skilled bankruptcy attorney. 1. You are out of credit Credit cards are often a last effort to stay afloat when the money runs low. If your credit cards are at…
Divorce and bankruptcy are two of the most challenging life events that anyone can experience. Unfortunately, they often go hand-in-hand. When couples face financial hardship, it can strain their marriage tremendously, leading to divorce. On the other hand, divorce can also lead to financial hardship, which can result in bankruptcy. When couples face financial problems, they must understand the implications of…
No matter how carefully you budget and save, a medical crisis can change everything. You may be unable to pay your medical bills, especially if you can no longer work. Filing for bankruptcy is a difficult decision, but if you are struggling due to circumstances beyond your control, it can help you protect your assets and your health. What is…
When facing financial hardship, you may feel intense anxiety about your future. However, there may be resources that can help. You deserve a chance to recover, and with the right support, you can. 1. Creditors are harassing you According to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, individuals or companies trying to collect debts must behave in a way that is…
Marriages often end due to financial problems. In the event of divorce, you might also need to file for bankruptcy. However, you need to consider a few things before making a definitive decision. According to debt.org, divorce is a rising reason for bankruptcy since 2005. If you face financial difficulties coupled with divorce, you need legal advice. See below for…
Bankruptcy should not be considered a turbulent and shameful experience. Pursuing bankruptcy means a new day arrives as you wipe away personal debt such as credit card bills, medical expenses, judgments and personal loans. And once that process finishes, you can expect some pleasant surprises. Some peace of mind for starters likely will occur. To some degree, you can sit…
It has caught up to you. For years, debt and financial mismanagement chased you, and you avoided certain pitfalls. However, now this monster with dollar-sign eyes has you cornered. Your running no longer helps. It only hurts. This is an acute problem that will not go away unless you take action. But you wonder what to do. Your juggling act…
After months of wrestling with this decision and weighing the benefits and drawbacks, you finally make it. Bankruptcy. For years, you have struggled with paying bills, relying too much on credit cards and, sometimes, making frivolous purchases. Then, when you have life-threatening surgery, the medical bills add on to this large pile of debt. Filing for bankruptcy is a logical…
It doesn’t take much for most Pennsylvanians to fall on hard economic times. The onset of an unexpected and serious medical condition, the sudden loss of a job, or a divorce can all set you on a track toward hard financial times. Making ends meet during these trying times can be tough. You might be unable to work, struggle to…