The saying goes, “when it rains, it pours.” Unfortunately, that is often the case with bankruptcy and divorce, where one tends to trigger the other. When faced with options, it may be beneficial to...
When filing for bankruptcy, one of the most critical issues that a debtor must address is how their property will be classified. Bankruptcy law divides property into two classifications: exempt and...
After a person files a bankruptcy petition, they will be assigned a date for their “Meeting of Creditors,” also known as the 341 Meeting. Although bankruptcy debtors will not actually meet with their...
A creditor who wishes to recover money from a debtor in bankruptcy is required to file a “proof of claim” which is a written statement describing the reason for and amount of the debt allegedly owed...
To gain any judgment against an individual, a plaintiff must first file a complaint. Normally, the defendant will file an answer, the parties will file applicable motions, attend settlements, and...
In 2022, there are over 127,000 temporary employees working around the United States. Temporary employees make up a large majority of the economy and can be beneficial to any workplace. But what...
As a bankruptcy attorney specializing in both personal and business bankruptcies, I have seen many small business owners struggle with financial difficulties. The economic impact of the COVID-19...
On January 30, 2023, the Biden Administration announced that the two national emergency orders for addressing the COVID-19 pandemic will end on May 11, 2023. The first emergency order was a public...