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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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Maximize Savings with Chapter 13 Cramdown | Bankruptcy Blog
Chapter 13 bankruptcy offers benefits such as protecting nonexempt assets and allowing for a cramdown on car loans.
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Can You Pay Bankruptcy Attorney with Credit Cards?
Can you pay your bankruptcy lawyer with a credit card? A bankruptcy attorney & law professor explains why this is a red flag for the Trustee.
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Financing the End: Should You Use a Personal Loan for Your Divorce?
Can you use a personal loan to pay for a divorce lawyer? Prof. Hernandez explains the risks of financing contested vs. uncontested cases and the link to bankruptcy.
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Why Good People Get Bad Credit: An Economic Reality
Rebuild your credit after financial hardship with step‑by‑step strategies for improving scores, lowering debt, and restoring financial confidence.
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Stopping Foreclosure: Can Chapter 13 Save Your Home at the Last Minute?
Is your foreclosure sale only days away? Prof. Hernandez explains how the Automatic Stay and “bare-bones” Chapter 13 filings provide a last-minute lifeline to save your home and catch up on missed payments.
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Medical Debt and the Strategic Path to Financial Recovery
Learn when to file bankruptcy for medical debt. Understand treatment timing, billing traps, and strategic steps to maximize debt relief.
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Will Red Lobster Survive? What Their Chapter 11 Teaches Us About Bankruptcy
Red Lobster survived its Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Discover the legal strategies that saved the brand as you prepare for 2026.
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VA Foreclosure Relief in 2026: What Homeowners Need to Know After VASP Ends
VASP is gone, and no replacement program exists yet. Learn the real VA mortgage assistance options in 2026, including modifications, timelines, and Chapter 13 relief.
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Find Out Which States Oppose Student Loan Forgiveness
Prof. Hernandez analyzes the Republican-led lawsuits blocking student loan relief. Learn how states used MOHELA’s revenue to establish standing and what the shift toward aggressive collections means for borrowers in 2026.
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What to Expect at Your 341 Meeting: A Law Professor’s Guide
Learn what to expect at your 341 meeting from Prof. Hernandez. A guide to the Chapter 7 Trustee’s questions, 2026 remote hearing rules, and your path to solvency.