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President Biden Announces Last Batch of Student Loan Forgiveness
Prof. Hernandez clarifies the real history of PSLF, the death of the SAVE plan, and critical new transition boundaries under the 2026 OBBBA framework.
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Filing Bankruptcy in Arkansas: Exemptions Explained
Learn how to protect your assets using Arkansas bankruptcy exemptions. Understand the difference between state and federal options, the homestead exemption, and wildcard rules for Chapter 7 and 13 cases.
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The Corporate Snowball Effect: Understanding the 2026 Business Bankruptcy Surge
The corporate & small business bankruptcy surge continues as retail failures continue to increase Chapter 7, Subchapter V, & Chapter 13 filings.
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The Legal and Financial Reality of Restructuring the Department of Education
If the Department of Education is eliminated, student loans will remain, with potential increased payments.
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Credit Report Errors with Student Loans and Data Breaches
Regularly checking your credit report is vital to avoid costly errors and identity theft.
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Understanding the Impact of the Federal Government Shutdowns
Federal government shutdowns continue to harm the economy, affecting employees and local businesses significantly.
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Understanding Bankruptcy Exemptions in Arizona: Protecting Your Assets
Bankruptcy Attorney & Law Professor explains the 2026 Arizona bankruptcy exemptions. Protect your home and car from creditors.
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How Health Insurance and Medical Bills Drives Bankruptcy Claims
The content discusses the connection between medical debt and bankruptcy, emphasizing healthcare issues in America.
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No Guarantees that the Trump Tariffs Will Lower Prices
Trump tariffs and rising costs threaten consumer finances, increasing debt and expenses significantly.
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Community Actions to Combat Student Loan Crisis
The author proposes a community service initiative to reduce student loan debt through pro bono work.
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How the National Debt is Forcing Consumers into Debt and Bankruptcy
How the national debt raises borrowing costs, shrinks household budgets, and pushes families toward Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
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Avoidance, Abandonment, and the Scope of Bankruptcy Trustee Powers
Learn the Chapter 7 trustee’s powers: understand the one-year insider look-back, post-petition freezes, and statutory abandonment.
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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Car Loans: Can You Keep Your Vehicle?
Worried about your vehicle? Learn how Chapter 7 exemptions protect your car loan, how a trustee buy-back works, and the real financial risks of reaffirming.
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Bankruptcy Code Structure: The Different Chapters Explained | Prof. Hernandez
Learn about the U.S. Bankruptcy Code structure from Chapter 7 to Chapter 13. Featured in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by Prof. Hernandez.
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Can You Go to Jail for Debt? The Reality of Debtors’ Prisons
Debunk the debtors’ prison myth. Learn how aggressive creditors exploit state-court contempt loops to trigger civil arrest warrants, and how to stop them.
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Why You Should Never File for Bankruptcy on Payday
Filing bankruptcy on payday is a costly mistake. Learn how the snapshot rule under 11 U.S.C. §541 can trap your paycheck and trigger avoidable financial loss.
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Why Chapter 7 Liquidations Are Outpacing Chapter 13 Cases
Chapter 7 filings are growing at triple the rate of Chapter 13. Learn how escrow shock and the $18.8T household‑debt crisis are driving a wave of liquidations.
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The Hidden Risk of Passive Business Ownership in Consumer Bankruptcy
Does bankruptcy put a relative’s business at risk if your name is on the paperwork? Bankruptcy attorney & law professor Prof. Hernandez analyzes passive equity.
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The Statutory Distribution of Debt in Bankruptcy
A clear guide to how bankruptcy distributes debt, from priority claims to Chapter 13 feasibility and the liquidation test that protects unsecured creditors.
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The Redfin Delisting Surge: The “Buying Time” Strategy
Redfin data shows a surge in delistings as homeowners try to “buy time.” This article explains the risks of becoming an accidental landlord in a tightening economy.