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Boston Marathon
Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of those greiving at the loss or injury to loved ones in yesterday's tragedy. May you find peace and solace in the comfort of friends and family and the knowledge that many millions of prayers are being said for you.
Protection of Social Security Benefits Applauded by Bankruptcy Attorneys
WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 1, 2013 -- An appellate decision that protects Social Security benefits from creditors seeking to strip bankrupt consumers of every possible cent is good news that is entirely consistent with what Congress intended, according to the National...
Bankruptcy: A Safety Net Unique to the United States
Although several countries have bankruptcy laws of one variety or another, most are designed to assist businesses in financial trouble. The United States is unique in that it is one of very few that have a bankruptcy system designed to assist the consumer debtor. The...
How Duck Dynasty Can Be a Guide for Your Small Business to Succeed and Avoid Bankruptcy
The popular cable reality program Duck Dynasty, starring the Robertson clan of West Monroe, Louisiana, is based around the Robertson's highly successful family business of making and selling duck calls and other assorted hunting paraphernalia. The business, started...
Myths About Bankruptcy
An excellent post by Oklahoma Bankruptcy Attorney Dan Nunley about 3 common myths of bankruptcy. Bankruptcy is a very misunderstood area of law. It is extremely important to get competent legal advice about your options and rights in regards to your debts. Do not...
Falling Behind In Your Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Payments: What should you do ?
If you are in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, and find that you are having trouble making the payments, there is a way to save your case and stay in bankruptcy. Most courts will allow you to file a motion to suspend payments for a period of time. Some courts will allow a...