Miami Lawyers

  • The New 2026 Small Business Bankruptcy Debt Limits Under Chapter 11

    Small‑business bankruptcy debt limits are shifting, and the proposed $7.5 million Subchapter V cap could reshape eligibility and filing strategy for distressed businesses.

  • The Legal Hierarchy, the Supremacy Clause, and Federal Bankruptcy Law

    Explore how the legal hierarchy & Supremacy Clause shape federal bankruptcy practice, establishing uniform rules & court procedures under Title 11.

  • A Guide to Understanding Maine Bankruptcy Exemptions

    Maine bankruptcy exemptions explained for 2026, including homestead, vehicle, personal property, and residency rules. Learn what assets you can protect in Chapter 7 or 13.

  • Understanding Bankruptcy Jurisdiction: Why It Is a Federal Matter

    A guide on bankruptcy and federal jurisdiction, and why local rules shape daily practice in every district.

  • Beyond the Bankruptcy Petition: The 341 Meeting and Chapter 13 Confirmation Hearings

    Prof. Hernandez explains how Chapter 7 341 meetings differ from Chapter 13 confirmation hearings, and understanding the local court rules.

  • A Guide to Understanding Louisiana Bankruptcy Exemptions

    A guide to the Louisiana bankruptcy exemptions, including homestead, tools of the trade, & personal property protections.

  • What Today’s Bankruptcy Statistics Tell Us About Tomorrow’s Economy

    Bankruptcy is a lagging indicator of household debt, showing how rising costs and record balances shape today’s filings.

  • Chapter 13 Eligibility and §109(e) Debt Limits

    Navigating Chapter 13 bankruptcy limits? Discover why Section 109(e)’s $1.58M secured and $526K unsecured caps create a strict firewall, and avoid hidden eligibility traps.

  • Credit Card Debt Is Surging: Which Path Are You On?

    Facing mounting credit card debt? Find out whether you’re in a slow bleed or a hard crash — and why a legal reset may be the smartest way to regain control.

  • A Guide to Understanding Kentucky Bankruptcy Exemptions

    Kentucky bankruptcy exemptions explained, including homestead, tools of the trade, wildcard rules, and how federal exemptions compare.

  • Preparing for the Economic Storm Heading Our Way

    Economic turmoil looms with increasing debt, declining industries, and fear-driven policies affecting communities nationwide.

  • Economic Pulse: Tariff Losses for Small and Large Businesses

    Economic struggles intensify as GOP cuts impact rural grocers, rising energy costs, and tariff burdens.

  • Impact of the Big Beautiful Bill on Electricity Costs

    The Big Beautiful Bill cuts renewable energy subsidies, increasing future electricity costs for households.

  • Essential Tips for Listing Assets on Bankruptcy Schedule 106A/B

    Bankruptcy Schedule 106A/B requires listing all assets, understanding exemptions, and accurate valuations.

  • U.S. Economic Pulse: July 2025 Insights

    U.S. economy faces tariffs impacting inflation amid rising car loan costs and post-hurricane challenges.

  • What Failing Industries Reveal About the Economy and American Households

    Prof. Hernandez analyzes how 2026 tariffs and inflation fuel a consumer pullback, driving a 13-month surge in U.S. foreclosures and bankruptcy filings.

  • Tariff-Induced Inflation: The Ladder to Bankruptcy

    Tariffs, inflation, fuel costs, & global conflicts are driving up everyday expenses, increasing bankruptcies & foreclosures across the U.S.

  • Official Bankruptcy Form 106: Summary of Assets

    Form 106 summarizes assets and liabilities, ensuring accuracy in Chapter 7 bankruptcy petitions to prevent complications.

  • How Congress Affects Your Wallet: CFPB Cuts Explained

    Congress significantly reduced the CFPB’s budget, endangering consumer protections and increasing financial risks.

  • The Big Beautiful Bill: What Comes Next?

    The Big Beautiful Bill awaits Trump’s signature, promising significant savings for the wealthy and losses for low-income households.