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One thing many Hoboken bankruptcy clients have been surprised to find out is that their exemptions increased. On April 1, 2013, the Federal Bankruptcy asset exemptions were increased by Congress. The...

How Bankruptcy Affects Co-Debtors

It is important for every individual who is filing bankruptcy to consider those who may be co-debtors on any of their debts. All of a debtor's assets and all of...

Was Your Son or Daughter Injured by Negligence?

Injuries to children can be very serious, particularly when they result in disability or disfigurement, inhibit physical development or cause...

A favorable credit score will help you secure credit and help to ensure that interest rates and fees tied to that credit are low. As a result, it is important to maintain a positive credit score when...

Can You Discharge Debt Through Bankruptcy?

Is bankruptcy the answer to your financial troubles? It depends on many factors, including the amount you owe, the nature of your debt and which chapter...

When Americans find that their debt has become unmanageable, there are almost always viable legal solutions available to address this challenge. Unfortunately, one of the myths about bankruptcy is...

Even Responsible People Can Get Into Debt

Since the economic downturn of 2008, it has become clear to the nation that even the most fiscally responsible individuals can suddenly find themselves...

The Census Bureau has published updated median family income. Individuals who earn more than the median income are required to take a "Means Test" to determine if they qualify for Chapter 7. The...

Significant changes to the Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program ("Program"), also known as State Court Mediation, were implemented by the Supreme Court of New Jersey on February 27,...

Educational savings accounts are a great way to save money for college but if you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you should speak to an experienced bankruptcy attorney about the timing of...