Bankruptcy

Are you struggling to pay the minimum balance on your credit cards? Are you constantly being hounded by debt collectors? Are your creditors threatening to sue you? These situations and more can be extremely stressful, but know that you’re not …

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people who are facing financial hardship may wonder: Has the bankruptcy-filing process been suspended? Can I still file for bankruptcy in New York? The answer to the first question is a resounding “no.” The answer …

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Overwhelming credit card debt is one of the most common reasons people file for bankruptcy. However, bankruptcy can be a complicated process, depending on the assets you have, how much debt you’ve accumulated, and other circumstances. Although bankruptcy most likely …

Carrying debts you can no longer afford can seem overwhelming to anyone. However, when your debts are owed to the government in the form of unpaid or past due taxes, you can quickly find yourself in serious trouble. Unlike other …

More than 65% of all bankruptcies in the U.S. are due to individuals being overwhelmed by medical bills, according to a study published by the American Journal of Public Health in 2019. An estimated 530,000 families facing medical bills file …

The Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the lives of millions of New Yorkers. More than 325,000 people have confirmed cases of COVID-19 and more infections are diagnosed every day. While most people will recover, some will be left with overwhelming hospital …

Many people fear the thought of bankruptcy and the ramifications it brings, including losing their homes and causing credit hardships in the future. However, for many people, bankruptcy is not as crushing as it seems and it brings financial relief …

After you file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will want to rebuild your credit. It won’t be a sprint. Get ready for a long run – a 5K for some, more of a 10K or marathon for …

People who are considering whether to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy tend to fall into two camps. In one camp, we have those who fear that they will automatically lose their home and car during the bankruptcy process. In the …