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Government Shutdown & Your Bankruptcy Case: What You Need to Know Now
Will the federal government shutdown affect your bankruptcy case? A bankruptcy attorney and professor explains the process.
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Schedule H: How to Protect Co-Debtors from Debt Liability
Expert analysis of Bankruptcy Schedule H, Co-Debtors and the Automatic Stay and how it protects co-debtors.
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Driver’s License Reinstatement
Bankruptcy law professor explains how Chapter 13 license reinstatement works to wipe out debt from a car accident debt.
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Car Accident Debt and Your Driver’s License: Can Bankruptcy Get You Back on the Road?
If your driver’s license was suspended, learn how to use Chapter 7 bankruptcy to reinstate your license. Learn the critical steps.
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The 2% Gamble: Why Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is Not a DIY Project
Bankruptcy Professor explains the harsh truth: pro se Chapter 13 filings have a near-zero success rate.
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Bankruptcy Filings Surge in 2025: What the Numbers Reveal About Economic Stress
A Sharp Rise in Bankruptcy Filings—What’s Driving It? According to recent data from Epiq AACER, U.S. bankruptcy filings have surged in 2025, with Chapter 7 cases up 15% and total filings climbing over 10% year-over-year. These numbers aren’t just statistics; they’re an urgent financial signal. The rise in consumer debt is being amplified by high-interest…
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: When to Surrender Your Car
Surrendering your car in Chapter 7 is complex. A bankruptcy law professor explains the critical timing of vehicle surrender, how the loan deficiency becomes unsecured debt, and the crucial financial trap you must avoid when listing your expenses.
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Professor: What to List on Bankruptcy Schedule G.
Professor’s guide to Schedule G: Avoid common mistakes with leases and executory contracts.
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The Two-Home Trap: Why Chapter 7 Isn’t an Option When You Want to Keep Both Houses
Chapter 7 bankruptcy may risk asset liquidation; consider Chapter 13 to retain properties.
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Wages Garnished After Filing Bankruptcy? It’s an Illegal Automatic Stay Violation. Here’s Your 3-Step Legal Fix.
Were your wages garnished after you filed bankruptcy? Get the professor’s 3-step plan to recover your money now.
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What to Do About Your 401(k) After Spirit Airlines’ Bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy affects your retirement savings; confirm your 401(k) match status immediately.
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11 U.S.C. §507 Priority Claims: The Professor’s Guide to Current Caps & Order
Section 507 of the Bankruptcy Code outlines the priority of debt repayment in bankruptcy cases.
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Furlough Protection for Spirit Airlines Workers: Essential Steps
Spirit Airlines employees may claim priority wages up to $17,150 for unpaid wages pre-bankruptcy.
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Navigating Job Hunting in the Age of AI
AI in job hunting complicates applications, often overlooking qualified candidates, impacting the job market significantly.
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The Domino Effect: Why 2026 is the Year of the ‘Job Hugger’
Prof. Hernandez explains “Job Hugging” and why the 76% corporate bankruptcy spike and student loan debt are creating a defensive 2026 labor market.
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PCH, Damon Dash, & Florida Foreclosures: Weathering the Next Financial Storm
Bankruptcy filings demonstrate economic challenges, consumer vulnerabilities, and the impact of policy changes.
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Understanding the Financial Fallout from Lehman Brothers
The Lehman Brothers bankruptcy in 2008 reshaped financial attitudes and caused widespread economic repercussions.
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The Trump Tariffs Are Illegal, But For How long?
An appellate court deemed many Trump tariffs illegal, highlighting broader economic turmoil affecting consumers nationwide.
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Tariff Effects: Financial Decisions We Face
Tariffs increase consumer prices, forcing difficult financial decisions for families amid economic strain.
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Bankruptcy Schedule E/F Explained: Listing Unsecured Debt
Schedule E/F in bankruptcy lists unsecured debts; avoid common mistakes for accurate filing.