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Does Bankruptcy Protect a Workers’ Comp Settlement?
Bankruptcy may be necessary to alleviate your financial burdens and obtain a fresh start. If you have received a Workers’ Compensation settlement or are in the process of negotiating one, you should talk to your attorney about how to protect your settlement during bankruptcy proceedings. Workers’ Compensation benefits and settlements are usually protected from… Read More »
Are Unemployment Benefits Exempt in Pennsylvania Bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy can help people with severe debt and financial problems get a fresh start, but they may lose some assets in the process. If you receive unemployment benefits, you should speak to a bankruptcy lawyer about how to protect those benefits. Generally, unemployment benefits and other forms of public assistance may be… Read More »
How Do Pennsylvania Courts Value Property in Bankruptcy Cases?
Bankruptcy can be an unpleasant experience, but it may be the best way to get out from under debts you can no longer afford and get a fresh financial start. During bankruptcy, you may need to submit reports about your property and how much it is worth. If property is not valued correctly, you… Read More »
What Happens to Jointly Owned Real Estate in Pennsylvania Bankruptcy?
Jointly owned real estate can be treated differently from other assets during bankruptcy, depending on the type of joint ownership. If you co-own property with a spouse or someone else and file for bankruptcy, our lawyers can prepare you for what comes next. If you file for bankruptcy and co-own real estate with your… Read More »
Do Tax Refunds Count as Assets in Bankruptcy?
Depending on the bankruptcy chapter you file under, your assets may be liquidated to repay creditors. Lots of things count as assets that might surprise debtors, such as tax refunds, which they may not be able to keep or ever receive during a bankruptcy case. Tax refunds are assets during bankruptcy, which means you… Read More »
Costs and Fees for Emergency Bankruptcy Filing in Pennsylvania
Bankruptcy may be the best solution to your financial problems. If you are in dire straits and need to file for bankruptcy now to take advantage of the automatic stay that would shield you from creditors’ legal action, our team can help you file an emergency petition. Keep in mind, filing a bankruptcy petition… Read More »
Guide to Credit Scores & Bankruptcy: High + Low Scores and More
Bankruptcy has an immediate effect on a debtor’s credit score. The exact drop in points depends on how high their credit score was before they fell behind on debt and filed for bankruptcy. If you have a higher credit score before bankruptcy, over 700, the drop in points may be more significant than if… Read More »
Can You Get Disability for Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory musculoskeletal disease that tends to affect the spine and the sacroiliac joints, which connect the spine to the pelvis. The condition is a form of arthritis that can cause pain, stiffness, and discomfort in a person’s back and nearby joints. Severe cases may prevent a person from working, and… Read More »
Can You File for Bankruptcy in New Jersey Without a Lawyer?
Filing for bankruptcy is not a simple process, and most people hire experienced bankruptcy attorneys to help them. However, you are not required to have a lawyer and may file for bankruptcy without legal representation. Be warned, proceeding without a lawyer is not a good idea. You should talk to an attorney about your… Read More »
How Much Does it Cost to File for Bankruptcy in New Jersey?
Although you use bankruptcy to get out of debt, you do have to spend a little to file a bankruptcy petition with the court in New Jersey and ensure the case resolves successfully, with all debts repaid or discharged. You can expect to spend several hundred dollars on the bankruptcy filing fee, much less… Read More »