Troutman Sanders

JANUARY 29, 2024

Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida disagreed and entered an award of sanctions in the total amount of $64,686.93 — including $10,000 for emotional distress and over $21,000 in punitive damages. As background, in 2002, the debtor and her then-spouse jointly filed a “no asset” Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition.

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Debt Free Colorado

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Chapter 7 (Liquidation). Chapter 7 bankruptcy petitioners get a discharge from the bankruptcy court within three to four months. Creditors are prohibited from contacting you after your petition is filed. Advantages of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Disadvantages of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

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Debt Free Colorado

JANUARY 27, 2022

After listing all of your assets, your bankruptcy attorney will review the exemptions to see whether any of your assets are exempt. In Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceedings, the phrase “non-exempt property” refers to a debtor’s estate property that does not qualify for a statutory exemption.

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Debt Free Colorado

APRIL 9, 2020

While credit cards and other unsecured loans are almost always the most aggressive when it comes to collecting debts, they should generally be your lowest priority. If you own a home the consequences of a judgment against you are more significant as judgment creditors can place liens against your home. Credit Cards.

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Sawin & Shea

MAY 2, 2024

Whether you’re facing foreclosure , repossession, wage garnishments, or relentless creditor harassment, our expertise in bankruptcy law can offer the protection and relief you’ve been seeking. One of our firm’s key strengths lies in our comprehensive understanding of both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy options.

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Fraser

JUNE 25, 2020

The debtor is required to serve all known creditors with notice of the commencement of the chapter 11 case. An “automatic stay” is imposed as of the petition date, which prevents creditors from taking any further action, such as pursuing collection activity, related to a pre-petition debt. Plan Confirmation Issues.

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Troutman Sanders

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Ultimately, the plaintiff filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy protection, listed the defendant as an unsecured creditor, and obtained a discharge of her debt. This same evidence also supported findings that the plaintiff was financially vulnerable and that the defendant had engaged in repeated collection activity.

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