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What Happens To an Authorized User Or Joint Account Holder in Bankruptcy?

If you are in financial trouble, you may be thinking about filing bankruptcy. Bankruptcy is a tool that can help individuals eliminate their debt. There are two types of bankruptcy that individuals can file Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Both chapters of bankruptcy give individuals ways to get back on the right financial …

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What is Bankruptcy?

Most individuals ask “what is bankruptcy?” Many believe that bankruptcy is used when individuals make bad financial decisions. Although, yes that may be true, bankruptcy, is also a tool to help individuals get out of debt and start over.  There are many different reasons why individuals file bankruptcy.

Can I File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy to Get Rid Of Business Debt?

With the coronavirus pandemic going on, many business owners may be wondering how their business debts can be eliminated in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If you own a business, have debt, and can’t pay, filing bankruptcy can help you eliminate your personal liability. Keep in mind, however, that even if you are not personally liable for the debts, in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, your business will still be liable for the debt. This is because the business is a sole proprietorship. 

Is Filing Bankruptcy a Good Decision?

If you are thinking about filing bankruptcy, you are probably struggling to pay your debts and are wondering if “filing bankruptcy is a good decision?” Filing bankruptcy can give you room to breathe and help get you out of a financial disaster. 

Debt Collectors Can Garnish Your Coronavirus Stimulus Checks

When signing the CARES Act into law, Congress left out protections for the most vulnerable individuals who are already in debt. Congress failed to provide any protection against debt collectors. Thus, individuals who owe money for past debts will be at risk to debt collectors looking to garnish their stimulus checks. 

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Veterans Exemptions and Bankruptcy in New Jersey & New York

Recent studies have suggested that many veterans who were injured are living below the poverty line in New York and New Jersey. If you are a veteran, you may be wondering about the different bankruptcy laws that apply to you. Federal bankruptcy law gives veterans certain benefits if they have to file bankruptcy. Some of these benefits are for active duty members and compensation for disabled veterans injured in the line of duty. Prior to 2019, veterans benefits had to be relinqushed to the bankruptcy court. In 2019, the federal laws changed to allow protections to veterans’ benefits from creditors. This law is known as the HAVEN ACT which allows stronger protections to veterans’ filing bankruptcy.