Blog Posts in October, 2011
Posted on Oct 27, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
Did you know that you have rights as a debtor? While debt collectors are allowed to call and mail you about your debts, there are guidelines they must follow when contacting you. By law, under the ...
Continue reading "Stop Creditor Harassment by Knowing Your Rights" »
Posted on Oct 26, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
With ski season right around the corner, one company isn't too happy about filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy this month. The company, which owns a private golf and ski community, announced its ...
Continue reading "Resort Files for Chapter 7" »
Posted on Oct 20, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
When a person files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the bankruptcy court might discharge some or even all of that person's debts. When a court discharges a debt that basically means that the debt is ...
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Posted on Oct 19, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
The process of filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy starts with going to bankruptcy court and filing a two page form that requests financial relief under Chapter 13. This petition needs to be signed by ...
Continue reading "Quick Chapter 13 Guide" »
Posted on Oct 13, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
Despite a recent drop in bankruptcy filings, several consumer advocacy groups warn that this is not necessarily a sign of a renewed economy. Instead, these groups believe that Americans are less ...
Continue reading "Some Say Drop in Bankruptcies Does Not Mean Economy is Improving" »
Posted on Oct 12, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
The drawn-out battle over the fate of a popular baseball team continues to make headlines as the defense continues to be denied its requests. The legal team for the man who currently owns the team ...
Continue reading "Battle Over Baseball Team Continues" »
Posted on Oct 6, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
Another solar panel company has filed for bankruptcy this year following several years of disappointing returns and global competition. The Scottsdale-based manufacturer was forced to file for Chapter ...
Continue reading "Solar Panel Company Opts for Chapter 11" »
Posted on Oct 5, 2011 By Malaise Law Firm
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy to avoid paying tax debts, think again: neither Chapter 7 nor Chapter 13 bankruptcy will allow you to discharge tax debts unless you have special ...
Continue reading "Bankruptcy and Tax Debt" »