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answered on Jan 27, 2014
Because it was a right to something that existed prior to the filing of the case and therefore was subject to the Bky.
answered on Jan 27, 2014
If the Granter is already dead, then the entire inheritance is subject to the Bky. If the Granter is still alive, then it was merely a loan and the Granter can change his/her estate plan to provide for the grant.
answered on Jan 27, 2014
Equitable Distribution is Dischargable; however, if the payment is in the "Nature of Support" it is not Dischargable.
Will bankruptcy discharge the credit card debts?
answered on Sep 28, 2012
I assume you are filing a chapter 7, so yes. Your bankruptcy attorney should be able to answer questions you have about what will happen to your specific debts.
answered on Sep 28, 2012
What are those questions? This is the forum to ask questions. If you are in Northwest Indiana you can call my office if you like at 219-921-0799.
answered on Sep 14, 2012
Credit cards are dis-chargeable in bankruptcy even if you are ordered to pay it by the state court.
answered on Jul 17, 2012
That's a difficult question, but I will try my best. The filing fee for a chapter 13 has just been raised to $281.00, and for a chapter 7 the filing fee is $306.00. We charge $1,500.00 for a Chapter 7 in attorney's fees, and $2,500.00 for a chapter 13 (probably going to rise shortly... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2012
Yes, you can convert to a chapter 7. It is not as simple a process as it would have been had you not been two years in, but if you are willing to pay the filing fee for a chapter 7 and update the court on all your debts, you can do it.
answered on May 15, 2012
In an Involuntary case Debtor appearance is not required, unless you wish to fight it. Most cases are voluntary and Debtor attendance is required during the meeting of creditors. If all goes well, that is generally the only appearance required. There is a jurisdictional requirement that you... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2012
Only the filing of a Bankruptcy is reported on a credit report, not if it is pending. A Bankruptcy can appear on a credit report for upto 10 years.
answered on Jan 13, 2012
Only the filing of a Bankruptcy is reported on a credit report, not if it is pending. A Bankruptcy can appear on a credit report for upto 10 years.
answered on Dec 8, 2011
If the matter which lead to the suit occurred after you filed, it is not part of the case. If it occurred prior to the filing of your case it should have been disclosed in your Petition. If it was and the trustee abandoned it, then it is yours. However, you have a duty to report it to the Trustee,... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2011
The discharge released any liability you may have had; however, the record of the debts will remain on your credit report for upto seven (7) years. The bankruptcy will remain on your credit for 10 years. Though you may have no liability, any entries into the public record will be there forever.
answered on Dec 8, 2011
Sign up for PACER at the District Court for the respective jurisdiction. This is a free service, as long as you use less than $10 of services per calendar quarter. Once signed in you can pull up the specific case and review
answered on Oct 27, 2011
not necessarily. first what you need to do is stop gambling - you won't get even but will get even worse. second, go to work, make money and prioritize what debts and expenses you pay with a view towards paying everyone in full. try to make arangements with your creditors. third, if your... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2011
Unfortunately, the protection of a corporation only works one way. A corporation only protected the shareholders from the debts of the Corp. The corp is not protected from the debts of the shareholders. Your personal creditors can levy the corp to the extent of your ownership.
answered on Jul 22, 2011
Incorrect, it is the account that is frozen not the amount of the funds. So if you deposit funds after the date that the garnishment is served and before a court ruling, the additional funds are also frozen.
I am 1 year into a ch13. all paymets made on time no poblems. I have a Harley that will be paid off in two months, at this time my trustee payment is scheduled to increase. The Harley is not being paid by the trustee, can I sell it once I receive the title?
answered on Jul 22, 2011
The Harley is an asset of the estate being administered by the Trustee. I suggest that you discuss the matter with the trustee beforehand.
answered on Jul 19, 2011
You are not a creditor so the answer is no. You already own the interest in her QDRO
answered on Jul 17, 2011
Generally yes. However, the answer may be different depending upon what information the attorney was provided or obtained.
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