Scared to file Bankruptcy because of your employment? Wondering if your Boss can fire you for filing a case? Technically, no. It is not legal for any employer to fire you because you filed for bankruptcy. Doing so would be discrimination. As a matter of fact, depending on which Chapter of Bankruptcy you file -- [...]
Meditation: to engage in contemplation or reflection A Mom trying to manage stress. I read an article recently about meditation and how its popularity continues to increase as more people discover its many health benefits. I can understand that. Benefits of Meditation Stress reduction is one of the most common reasons people try meditation. It [...]
Bankruptcy - A Chapter 7? A Chapter 13? A Chapter 20? As a consumer, what Chapter of Bankruptcy is right for you? Options are available. Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy involves the collection and liquidation of non-exempt assets. The proceeds of the non-exempt assets are distributed to your unsecured creditors. A Trustee will [...]
When I started to think about what I could share with others dealing with stress, I thought when is a time I feel my best? I realized I feel accomplished, at ease, peaceful after I have been gardening. It is my happy time. I looked up some articles describing the health benefits of gardening. [...]
Has your Drivers License been suspended? Wondering how bankruptcy can help you get it back -- The process will depend on what caused the suspension. The Good News: In 1971 the U. S. Supreme Court in the case of Perez v. Campbell stated under 11 U.S.C. 525(a) of the Bankruptcy Code: "if the debt that caused the [...]
STRESS: a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances. We want to welcome you to our new Blog -- Mom Attorneys Managing Daily Stress. Economy. Inflation. Struggles with work. How can I care for my children? Aging parents? Leave town for a COVID funeral? The last two [...]
Bankruptcy Knowledge: Also means knowing -- What not to do... Bankruptcy can offer debtors a fresh start. It can allow budgets to work again and for debtors to regain a sense of calm in their lives. We want our clients’ cases and experience with the bankruptcy court to go as smoothly as possible. Here are [...]
Bankruptcy Knowledge: What you should know-- So that you can... DO know Bankruptcy is a COMPLICATED area of law. Ask questions and make sure you feel comfortable – this is your case. DO know that you are NOT alone. You may have heard that there has been a decline in Bankruptcy filings during COVID– and that [...]
Bankruptcy Chapter 13; Debt Management; and Debt Consolidation They are are all the same, right? No. But, we often get asked that question. Or at least, there seems to often be a misconception that Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Debt Consolidation are the same -- all debt must be repaid. While there can be 100% Chapter [...]
Will the Trustee come to my house? Is the Trustee going to go through all of my stuff? How is the Trustee going to know what needs to be sold in my case? What Clients often think will happen: Many of our clients want to know when the trustee will come to their home to [...]