Civil Lawsuits and the Automatic Stay The automatic stay goes into effect when you file for bankruptcy and prevents creditors from pursuing action against your property in an attempt to collect debts. It also stops all civil … [Read more...] about Filing Bankruptcy Won’t Get You Out of Jail For Delinquent Child Support
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What Happens If the Trustee Moves to Dismiss My Bankruptcy Case?
Last updated May 14, 2018. Under Chapter 7 bankruptcy law, the court may dismiss your case if it believes that relief is unwarranted based on your financial circumstances. 11 USC § 707(b)(1) reads: After notice and a hearing, … [Read more...] about What Happens If the Trustee Moves to Dismiss My Bankruptcy Case?
Are My Student Loan Debts Dischargeable in an Ohio Bankruptcy?
In re Myhre, 2013 W.L. 3872509 (Bankr. W.D. Wis. 2013) Student loan debt is dischargeable in bankruptcy if repayment is an undue hardship. Although this case is based out of Wisconsin, many of the principles outlined in this … [Read more...] about Are My Student Loan Debts Dischargeable in an Ohio Bankruptcy?
Can I get a Repossessed Car Back by Filing Bankruptcy?
Creditors must turn over property to the debtor as quickly as possible after learning that the debtor has filed for bankruptcy. In re Makowski, __ B.R. __ (Bankr. D. Alaska 2013) Cope Law Offices are located in Southern Ohio, … [Read more...] about Can I get a Repossessed Car Back by Filing Bankruptcy?
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is Binding Once Approved
The Binding Effect of Chapter 13 Confirmation Under the legal doctrine of judicial estoppel, once a Chapter 13 bankruptcy plan has been confirmed, all issues relating to the confirmation of that plan have been resolved. 11 USC § … [Read more...] about Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is Binding Once Approved
Are Spousal Support Payments Dischargeable in Bankruptcy?
Are Support Payments Dischargeable in Ohio? A dischargeable debt is one that can be eliminated during bankruptcy, meaning that you are no longer required to pay it off. However, some debts are non-dischargeable, meaning that you … [Read more...] about Are Spousal Support Payments Dischargeable in Bankruptcy?