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Q: Can i file bankruptcy on court restitution
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on Jan 27, 2014

No, restitution is not dischargable.

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Q: An AZ corp owes me $18k. They closed their office. How do I get listed as creditor/find out if they file bankruptcy?
Brian Strickman
Brian Strickman
answered on Jun 17, 2013

You can use the public access to court electronic records to see if they have filed for bankruptcy. https://pacer.login.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/login.pl?appurl=https://pcl.usc...

If they have listed you as a creditor then the trustee would provide you with notice.

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Q: What does it mean that my chapter 13 has been confirmed
Brian Strickman
Brian Strickman
answered on Jun 19, 2013

It means that the bankruptcy plan for the Chapter 13 has been confirmed. There are several effects of having your plan confirmed. This means that the debtor (in this case you) and all of your creditors are now bound to your bankruptcy plan. In order to receive a discharge the debtor must perform... View More

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Q: How do I find out the status of a bankruptcy filing?
Brian Strickman
Brian Strickman
answered on Aug 1, 2013

You can actually view them at the public access computers at the clerk's office if that's convenient. You can also go online to the Public Access to Court Electronic Records site: http://pacer.uscourts.gov and lookup the information, or you can call 1-866-222-8029. Information about the... View More

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Q: Is an overpayment of child support dischargable in Bankruptcy?
Kathryn U. Tokarska
Kathryn U. Tokarska
answered on Apr 10, 2013

Strange question. Overpayment suggests not a debt but a credit. Debts are dischargeable. Credits are an asset.

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Q: How do I get started in filing for bankruptcy?
Kathryn U. Tokarska
Kathryn U. Tokarska
answered on Apr 10, 2013

This question is too broad to answer on this forum. My only suggestion is to go to your local bankruptcy court's website and see what they have there to help self represented parties. As a bankruptcy attorney, knowing how many things can go wrong in a case, I don't recommend filing your... View More

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Q: Do i get any of my money invested in the project, in the company if it files for bankruptcy
Kathryn U. Tokarska
Kathryn U. Tokarska
answered on Apr 10, 2013

That depends on many things. If they file for chapter 7 and there are no assets available for distribution to creditors the answer is no unless you can file and prove fraud or discharge as to you falls under a category of exceptions to discharge.

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Q: If we are in the middle of Chpt 13 but did not include our house, if we have to give it up, are we liable?
Kathryn U. Tokarska
Kathryn U. Tokarska
answered on Apr 10, 2013

All debts you owe must be listed in the bankruptcy. Perhaps you mean something different by the word "included"? In order to receive dischage in your chapter 13 case you would need to get the case confirmed, complete all the plan payments for period of 3-5 years depending on whether you... View More

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Q: Do I need a lawyer to declare bankruptzy?
Brian Strickman
Brian Strickman
answered on Jun 17, 2013

No, you can file without an attorney; however, I would recommend you hire an attorney. An attorney can help you maximize your exempt property, make sure you file for the correct chapter of bankruptcy, and can help insure the proper paperwork is filed.

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Q: Will a recorded/filed judgement against a personal residence be wiped out in a CH.7 Bankruptcy in Arizona?
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on Sep 5, 2012

Not automatically and not if it is related to the property (i.e. mortgage/mechanic lien). A Motion based upon 11 USC 522(f) is required.

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Q: Is it a problem if we purchase a second home and foreclose on another house with both loans at the same bank
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on May 30, 2012

Unless the loans are cross collateralized, which is common with credit unions, but not with banks, you should not have a problem.

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Q: Can i get discharge date for bankruptcy
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on May 30, 2012

If this is a new case, the projected Discharge Date is approx. a week after the initial objection deadline. If the Discharge has already been entered, the date is on the Discharge itself. In either situation, the info can be obtained from reviewing pleading on PACER. This is a Free governmental... View More

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Q: If I filed bankruptcy, would a fine imposed by the courts be included/covered ? Thank you
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on May 15, 2012

Fines are NOT DISCHARGABLE. You can refer to Bky Rule 523. However, with all your other debts gone, paying the fine should be easier.

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Q: Can i find out if a person listed me as one of their debts on their bankruptcy filing:
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on May 15, 2012

Sign up for PACER – a free governmental service as long as you use less than $10 worth of services in a calendar ¼. Once signed up, you must log on in the jurisdiction where the company is located to research the issue.

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Q: Help I bought a motorcycle and had to have a cosigner,now 2yrs later my cosigner filed bankrupcty what are my rights ?
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on May 15, 2012

If your friend does not Reaffirm the Debt and continue payments, the bike will be repoed, sold and they will come after you for the deficiency. Plus, you will have a repo on your credit report. If you can, you can take over the payments, but I would suggest you take possession of the bike.

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Q: Question: Am I still responsible for a home equity line of credit after bankruptcy?
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on May 15, 2012

If you are keeping the property and did a 13, you can strip it and you would not owe it, alternately you will owe it. If you are doing a 7 and Reaffirming/keeping property, you owe it. If you are doing a 13 or 7 and not reaffirming, you do not owe it. Regardless of chapter, you must disclose all... View More

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Q: Do I need to hire a bankruptcy attorney t file for Chapter 7?
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on May 15, 2012

Bankruptcy is a complicated matter involving State Laws and Federal Procedures. As a natural person, verses a business entity, you are permitted to represent yourself. Some people have successfully represented themselves in Chapter 7 cases; however, a Chapter 13 is even more complicated. I would... View More

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Q: Should i speak with an attorney before filing bankruptcy?
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on Dec 8, 2011

A Natural Person (vs. a business entity) can represent themself in court; however, bankruptcy is a very complicated area of law, involving a combination of Federal Procedures and State Laws. So, an attorney is recommended, though not required.

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Q: Is there a way to stop garnishments without declaring bankruptcy
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on Dec 1, 2011

The most common way to stop a garnishment is if you are a "Head of Household" it will make your wages "Exempt". This requires that you have a minor child, earn the most in the home and provide more than 1/2 the support for the child.

Az provides several ways. Az has...
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Q: CAN I FILE BANK RUPTCY WHILE EMPLOYED
Stephen F. Banta
Stephen F. Banta
answered on Oct 4, 2011

Yes, you can file for bankruptcy while you are employed. If your gross salary is above a certain threshold (based on family size), you may be prevented from filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and have to file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Find a bankruptcy lawyer who will give you a free consultation.

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