Miami Lawyers

  • Liberation Day or “Tax the Consumer” Day? The True Cost of Political Doublespeak

    Bankruptcy Attorney & Law Prof. Alex Hernandez analyzes how Liberation Day and the 2026 labor shortage drive a multi-thousand-dollar “Chaos Tax” on consumers.

  • Avoid a Social Security Clawback from DOGE

    Concerns arise over Social Security fraud claims, delays in payments, and protecting funds from clawbacks.

  • 23andMe Bankruptcy: Safeguard Your Data Now

    With 23andMe’s bankruptcy, protecting personal data and freezing credit is essential for safety.

  • Impact of U.S. Tourism Decline on Local Economies

    Tourism decline impacts U.S. economy; concerns over safety deter international travelers significantly.

  • Why Eliminating the Department of Education Affects Us All

    The video addresses misconceptions about the Department of Education’s funding and its potential economic impact.

  • Tips for Getting Reimbursements Post-Hurricane

    The author discusses hurricane-related financial challenges, insurance reimbursements, and protecting credit scores.

  • How the 2025 Recession Could Affect Your Finances

    The blog discusses preparing for a potential 2025 recession, reflecting on past personal financial experiences.

  • Understanding Connecticut Bankruptcy Exemptions

    Connecticut bankruptcy exemptions protect various assets, with specific residency requirements for filing.

  • Forever 21 Bankruptcy: All Locations Likely to Close

    Forever 21’s bankruptcy leads to more closures, signaling broader retail struggles amidst changing consumer behaviors.

  • Odds Are We Facing a 40% Trump Recession in 2025?

    The content discusses potential economic instability due to tariffs and government actions, urging financial preparedness for a looming recession.

  • Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: The Automatic Stay and Co-Signers

    Filing for Chapter 7 with a co-signer? Learn why the automatic stay doesn’t protect them and discover practical strategies to manage the risks.

  • Post-Petition Transfers in Bankruptcy and the Avoidance Powers

    Understand how trustees manage post-petition assets under 11 U.S.C. § 549 and § 554, including avoidance powers and the economic logic behind asset abandonment.

  • The Zero-Equity Trap: How Liquidity Exhaustion is Fueling the Bankruptcy Surge

    Learn how long-term auto loans create zero equity, increase bankruptcy risks, and how Chapter 7 or 13 can offer real financial relief.

  • When Auto Debt Outlives the Car: The Rise of 84‑Month Loans and Bankruptcy

    84‑month auto loans often lead to long‑term negative equity and repossession risk. Learn how bankruptcy can address deficiency balances and protect consumers.

  • Understanding the Motion for Turnover in Bankruptcy Proceedings

    How the Motion for Turnover in bankruptcy under §542 allows debtors to reclaim repossession of seized assets.

  • Saving Your Home After a Foreclosure Sale: The Bankruptcy Strategy

    Can bankruptcy stop a foreclosure after the sale? Learn how filing before title transfer can still protect your home.

  • Regaining Your Car After Repossession: Bankruptcy Options

    Stop car repossession with bankruptcy & force the lender to return your vehicle. Learn how timing and Chapter 13 options work.

  • Willful vs. Negligence: Discharging Injury Debt | Prof. Hernandez

    Can you discharge injury debt in bankruptcy? Prof. Hernandez explains the critical difference between willful, malicious acts and ordinary negligence.

  • Stop Foreclosure Fast: Why Delaying Your Chapter 13 Filing Costs You Thousands

    Avoid common foreclosure traps. Discover why acting early with a Chapter 13 filing helps you minimize legal fees, protect your equity, and secure your financial future.

  • Auto Repossession Risk Hits 32-Year Highs: What Borrowers Need to Know

    Facing auto repossession? Bankruptcy’s automatic stay can stop it, and a Chapter 13 cramdown may lower your loan balance and interest rate.