Blog Category: bankruptcy

Some misconceptions about bankruptcy are that the person that filed bought lots of stuff they had no intention of paying for, or lived foolishly and now want it all cleaned up. Most of the people that file bankruptcy protection are honest hard working people that due to unforeseen circumstances put too much debt load for  … Read more

Filing bankruptcy can be a hard decision to come to, most of us think if we just work a little harder, pay a little more, we can get caught up in our finances and get the creditors to stop calling. When all other measures have failed or not feasible, such as borrowing money, consolidation loans,  … Read more

When you have tried other options to catch up on your debt, and you are still struggling, you may want to consider filing bankruptcy. Personal bankruptcy is a court protected plan to help those in financial stress to satisfy their creditors as much as possible. As soon as you file the bankruptcy paperwork, a court  … Read more

In the beginning, bankruptcy was a creditors remedy. It existed so the creditors could seize the property of a trader who was behind in payments and have him thrown in jail until his debts were paid. From the late 1600s to early 1800s these jails, modeled after the debtor’s prisons in London, were like workhouses.  … Read more

When a debtor becomes bankrupt, a trustee must be appointed to represent the interest of the creditors and the debtor. A trustee is required in all personal bankruptcy cases and sometimes in Chapter 11 business cases if impartial control of the estate is needed. The permanent trustee is assigned at the meeting of the creditors  … Read more

Filing for Texas bankruptcy protection can be a useful tool when facing seemingly insurmountable debt. When working with a Texas bankruptcy attorney, you can effectively stop foreclosures, repossessions, debt collection attempts, termination of your utilities, and even reinstate your Texas Driver’s license. While there are a few situations which can bar you from getting your  … Read more

When you’re drowning in debt from credit card payments, medical bills, student debt, or legal fees, it can be every in one’s power just to keep food on the table and the rent paid. One essential for living that is an absolute must, especially in areas of the country like Texas was the climate can  … Read more

There are several reasons an individual or organization would want to access Texas bankruptcy records. Perhaps you’re a person who is currently engaged in a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy process and want to know the current status of your case. You may be an HR administrator who is conducting a financial background check  … Read more

Loss of income is one of the major causes of bankruptcy in America, not to mention, bankruptcies in Texas. If you become unemployed and can’t afford your current living expenses or debt obligations, bankruptcy can offer solutions to keep your property and discharge unsecured debts. Deciding which type of bankruptcy you qualify for, however, will  … Read more

Veterans in our country can’t be appreciated enough. There are numerous, special rules that help veterans obtain housing and student loans, and the US Bankruptcy code is no different. As a disabled veteran or active duty service member, you are entitled to special exceptions when declaring bankruptcy. Chapter 7 Means Test When filing for Chapter  … Read more