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  • Understanding Marital Debt and Asset Division in Divorce

    Personal loans and credit card debt in divorce depend on equitable distribution, not ownership.

  • Express Stores in Bankruptcy

    Express Stores has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, planning to close nearly 100 locations.

  • Are Cosigners Responsible for a Personal Loan?

    What are The responsibilities of cosigners on a personal loan and its impact?

  • Rudy Giuliani’s Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Explained

    Rudy Giuliani faces bankruptcy due to a $148 million lawsuit and battles with creditors over allegations.

  • Understanding Alex Jones’ Bankruptcy Conversion Strategy

    Alex Jones is converting his bankruptcy from Chapter 11 to Chapter 7 after a judgment.

  • Can Bankruptcy Stop a Car Repossession? A Clear Guide for Borrowers

    Bankruptcy Attorney & Law Professor Hernandez explains how to stop a car repossession. Learn how Chapter 13 can save your vehicle and how Chapter 7 wipes out deficiency debt as repossessions rise in 2026.

  • Chapter 7 vs Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Car Loan Solutions

    Mandy and Rick faced car loan issues after filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy, leading to Chapter 13 considerations.

  • Missing a Creditor in Bankruptcy? What to Do

    If you missed a creditor in your Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you can still address the issue.

  • Rising Mortgage Rates, Divorce, and Bankruptcy

    Rising mortgage rates are straining divorce settlements, reducing borrowing power, and increasing long‑term bankruptcy risk—especially when quitclaim deeds leave spouses exposed.

  • Protecting Retirement Assets: A Bankruptcy Law Professor’s Analysis of §522 Exemptions for IRAs and 401(k)s

    Law Professor: Understand the §522 IRA 401(k) protections in bankruptcy. Protect your retirement from the bankruptcy trustee.

  • Foreclosure Rise Continues: Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Saves Homes

    The ATTOM report shows rising foreclosures. See the critical difference: Chapter 7 buys time; only Chapter 13 saves your home by curing the debt.

  • The Tariff Tax: The “Largest U.S. Tax Hike” in 30 Years as Bankruptcies Surge

    Bankruptcy Attorney and Law Professor’s analysis: The tariffs are the ‘largest tax hike’ in 30 years. Learn why regressive tariffs are driving up consumer debt and Chapter 7 filings.

  • The Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Hardship Discharge

    Learn the strict legal requirements for the Chapter 13 bankruptcy hardship discharge (11 U.S.C. § 1328(b)). See what qualifies as unavoidable circumstances and permanent disability.

  • The Tariff Hoax: The Farmer Bailouts to Avoid Bankruptcy

    Expert analysis of why farm bailouts failed to prevent Chapter 12 filings. See how the tariff hoax and loss of foreign aid markets crippled farmers.

  • The Post-Bankruptcy Credit Surge: Rebuild Your Credit

    A bankruptcy discharge is a clean slate. Learn the post-bankruptcy credit surge strategy, including the Secured Credit Card and Credit-Builder Loan tactics.

  • The Rule 2004 Examination: The Broadest Discovery Tool in Bankruptcy

    The Rule 2004 Examination is the “fishing expedition” used by Trustees to investigate assets, transfers, and grounds for discharge denial. Understand its broad scope and limitations.

  • Spotting the Critical Issues in Bankruptcy Schedule J (Expenses)

    Avoid costly mistakes on Schedule J. Learn how Trustees scrutinize expenses, handle joint filings, and calculate disposable income to prevent Chapter 7 conversion or case dismissal.

  • The Perfect Financial Storm is Here

    Travel bans, AI job losses, and tariff policy are creating a ‘perfect storm.’ Learn how record household debt is driving U.S. foreclosures and bankruptcy filings among businesses and consumers.

  • Navigating a Creditor Lawsuit: The Strategic Use of Filing an Answer Before Bankruptcy

    Don’t default! Learn the strategic reason to file an Answer to a creditor lawsuit: buying essential time for saving or qualifying to file for bankruptcy.

  • Advanced Bankruptcy Strategy: Using Chapter 13 to Save Your Home, Then Converting to Chapter 7

    Learn how the Chapter 13 to Chapter 7 conversion strategy allows debtors to cure mortgage arrears, save their home from foreclosure, and discharge unsecured debt.