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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.

  • Why the Visa and Mastercard Settlement Is Back in the News

    Prof. Hernandez, author of Consumer Bankruptcy Law, breaks down the 2026 Credit Card Competition Act and why the $30B Visa/Mastercard settlement failed.

  • Car Loans & Bankruptcy Guide: How to Keep Your Vehicle in 2026

    Rising car loan defaults amidst high interest rates and increasing credit card debt prompt bankruptcy considerations.

  • Can Personal Loans Be Discharged in Bankruptcy? A Lawyer’s Guide

    Can you discharge personal loans in bankruptcy? Professor Hernandez provides a lawyer’s guide to consolidation debt, trustee objections, and filing strategies.

  • The Giuliani Bankruptcy: A Case Study in Residency and Domicile

    This Rudy Giuliani bankruptcy residency domicile case study examines the strategic issues of choosing bankruptcy exemptions and navigating the 730-day residency rule.

  • How Bankruptcy Impacts Lawsuits in Different States

    Filing bankruptcy in one state stops lawsuits everywhere. A consumer bankruptcy expert explains the Supremacy Clause and how the automatic stay halts out-of-state car accident cases.

  • PSLF in 2026: New Rules & Tax Implications

    Is your PSLF at risk? Discover how 2026 tax changes and new OBBBA rules could nullify your public service credits. Learn to protect your forgiveness today.

  • Foreclosures are Rising: Don’t Panic, Get Informed

    Law professor breaks down the foreclosure process and solutions. Learn how bankruptcy protects your home and financial future.

  • Preparing for a Student Loan Bankruptcy Discharge in 2026

    Master the 2026 OBBBA student loan consolidation bankruptcy discharge strategy. Secure your legacy status before the July 1 deadline and beat the return of the tax bomb.

  • Second Amendment Rights and Bankruptcy: Can You Keep Your Firearms?

    Does the Second Amendment protect your guns in bankruptcy court? Learn how state exemptions work and why constitutional rights don’t always equal asset protection.

  • Impact of a President Trump Economy on Your Finances

    Prof. Hernandez analyzes the March 2026 financial “perfect storm”: 34.5% lumber tariffs, the Iran war fuel spike, and the “At-Will” employment trap. Learn why foreclosures are rising and how the DEI rollback creates new household debt.

  • The 2026 Financial Squeeze: Navigating the Trump Economy

    In March 2026, the “Trump Tax” is a reality. Prof. Hernandez analyzes the 10% Section 122 tariffs, the Supreme Court’s IEEPA ruling, and how the “Snowball Effect” of labor shifts and municipal budget gaps is shrinking your household purchasing power.

  • Prof. Hernandez: A Guide to California Bankruptcy Exemptions (2026 Update)

    Protect your assets with expert insights from Prof. Hernandez, author of Consumer Bankruptcy Law. Compare California 703 vs. 704 exemption limits for 2026.

  • Facing Ghost Jobs, AI Resume Gatekeepers, and Job Hugging

    Is the job market a fraud? Prof. Hernandez analyzes the massive 2026 job report revisions, the 20% ghost job epidemic, and how AI resume bots have broken the system. Learn why job-hugging is the new survival strategy in this failing economy.

  • Liberal Preppers: Preparing for Financial Uncertainty

    Prof. Hernandez analyzes the rise of “liberal preppers” and the 2026 chaos economy. Learn how to navigate Trump tariffs, 76% bankruptcy surges, and debt hardening.

  • The Time Factor in Becoming Debt-Free: A Deep Dive with Prof. Hernandez

    How long does bankruptcy take? Prof. Hernandez outlines the standard timelines for Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 to help you plan your path to becoming debt-free.

  • The Cost of Defiance: Giuliani, Contempt, and the “Average Debtor” Reality Check

    Rudy Giuliani faces contempt of court for non-compliance in a defamation lawsuit worth $148 million.

  • Trust Yourself: A New Perspective on Your Debt-Free Journey | Prof. Hernandez

    Stop viewing debt as a moral failing. Prof. Hernandez explains why bankruptcy isn’t “sinister” and how trusting yourself is the key to financial recovery.

  • Illinois Smart Buy: Student Loan Relief for Homebuyers | Prof. Hernandez

    Illinois’ Smart Buy Program helps eliminate student loan debt and assists with home purchases.

  • SB 1061 Update: Is Medical Debt Still on Your California Credit Report?

    California’s SB1061 law removes medical debt from credit reports, addressing a significant financial issue.