Individuals who are bankrupt have a duty to inform the trustee in bankruptcy of any property they become entitled to after the date of the bankruptcy. You would hope, therefore, that if a beneficiary...
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...
