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Too much debt? Bankruptcy may be a solution
Every year, more than a million Americans file for bankruptcy. Filing for bankruptcy can be a major, life altering decision, affecting your future credit and limiting your ability to apply for things such as credit cards or a car loan, that need a good credit rating. It can be a scary prospect. However, with the help of a bankruptcy lawyer, filing for bankruptcy may be the best decision to make and may be the best way out of your situation. Rebuilding your credit may not be as difficult as you may think.
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Firm Turns the Tables on Debt Collectors
Albany, NY: Strict rules protect people who fall into debt from bill collection agencies that use unscrupulous tactics. Unfortunately, there are also armies of debt collectors that routinely break the law. Attorney Chris Gleason, who specializes in bankruptcy and debt repayment issues, says the bad economy has led to some egregious examples of bill collectors zealously breaking the rules of engagement. “Every day, people call me and tell me these incredible stories and I think you must be making this up," says Gleason. "It is just getting worse and worse!” [ Read More ]
Zombie Debt Collectors – Lower ‘n a Snake’s Belly
New York, NY: These are tough times and as many as one million Americans will experience the pain and shame of going through personal bankruptcy this year. Unfortunately, it also makes them a perfect mark for fraud artists. New York bankruptcy attorney and all round good guy, Charles Juntikka says he gets at least one call a day at his New York office from former clients that are being tapped by phony debt collectors. “I tell them, ‘don’t you dare give those people any money, you don’t have to, they can’t sue you, and they can’t hurt you’. It is really terrible.” [ Read More ]
Bankruptcy Lawyer Reed Allmand: Keep Your House and Your Pride
Dallas, TX: A calm voice on the phone says, “Reed Allmand, how can I help you?” He is just wrapping up another call, but he’ll be back in a moment. It is hard to say whether Texas bankruptcy lawyer Allmand was made for the times, or the times were made for Allmand. In any event, he is an experienced attorney with skills and services that many homeowners facing foreclosure-- who are caught in the current economic crisis-- want on their side. [ Read More ]
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BANKRUPTCY IN THE NEWS
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OCT-10-08: Cook country Sherriff Tom Dart is facing a lawsuit by Accredited Home Lenders for failing to begin evictions on foreclosed home owners. This follows a statement by the Sherriff in which he said he would not follow eviction orders based on allegations from individuals facing eviction who say they were not given appropriate notice of foreclosure on their homes. [UPI: CHICAGO SHERRIFF SUED OVER EVICTION NOTICES]
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SEP-26-08: Washington Mutual bank was closed Thursday be federal regulators, making it the largest bank failure in US history. The bank's collapse was due largely to its exposure to subprime mortgages. [REUTERS: WaMu COLLAPSES]
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SEP-19-08: Mark O'Dell, general manager of AIG Singapore has resigned as a result of troubles at the insurance giant. [GREENVILLE ONLINE: AIG BAILOUT]
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JUN-19-08: Bankrupt music label TVT Records, home to rappers Pitbull and Lil Jon, will sell its recorded music arm and other assets to The Orchard, a New York-based distributor of digital music. [NY POST: BANKRUPT TVT RECORDS]
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JUN-19-08: Battling through bankruptcy, Frontier Airlines will cut teo daily flights from Denver to Louisville, KY, starting Aug-25. [ROCKY MOUNTAIN NEWS: FRONTIER AIRLINES BANKRUPTCY]
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JUN-19-08: A new study finds that bankruptcy filings for people 65 and older has more than doubled since 1991, while those 34 or younger have shown the greatest decrease in bankruptcy filings. [SOUTHERN STUDIES: BANKRUPTCY STUDY]
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Up A Creek With Out A Paddle
Pregnant is how I start this story. I had just been removed from my parents plan and not even a day after I find myself pregnant. I call multiple insurance companies, stating that I would throw money at them to cover me. No dice.
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Bankruptcy Debt Help
Do any of these situations sound familiar?
A medical crisis has you drowning in medical bills
You are unemployed or have been laid off of work
You are facing a divorce
Your credit card balances are out of control
You are faced with unmanageable debt from credit cards, personal loans, or mortgages
You are unaware of your bankruptcy options, including Chapter 7 or Chapter 13
With legal help, you may be able to qualify for bankruptcy.
Bankruptcy lawyers can stop wage garnishments, repossessions, foreclosures, bankruptcy lawsuits and creditor harassment. We can evaluate your credit card debts, loans, and mortgages with comprehensive debt and bankruptcy consultation.
Bankruptcy solutions can help you keep your home, your car, and your wages.
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The new bankruptcy law took effect October 17, 2005, so if you are curious as to whether or not bankruptcy could be an alternative for you, click the link below to complete this FREE legal evaluation form.
Posted on May-18-05
Updated on Jan-20-09
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