Miami Lawyers
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Luxury Expenses in Bankruptcy. Like Golf?
Liam’s bankruptcy case raises issues about golf expenses and unsecured debts during his filing.
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Strategic Debt Relief: How Personal Loans Can Help
Personal loans can relieve debt, improve credit, and settle creditor lawsuits, despite credit challenges.
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Understanding Non-Dischargeable Debts: Why Bankruptcy Isn’t a “Get Out of Jail Free” Card
Can criminal fraud debt be discharged? Professor Alexander Hernandez, J.D., explains Section 523(a) and non-dischargeable debt using the G-Herbo case example.
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The Adversary Process and the Fall of Rudy Giuliani’s Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Professor Alexander Hernandez, J.D., analyzes Rudy Giuliani’s Chapter 11 dismissal and the adversary process behind the $148M defamation judgment.
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Facing a Credit Card Lawsuit? A Law Professor’s Guide to the Process
When sued, know response due date. Sending a letter to judge is not a proper legal response.
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The Confusion with Mortgage Liens and Bankruptcy
Confused by how Chapter 7 or 13 affects your home? A bankruptcy professor explains why mortgage liens survive discharge and how to avoid costly foreclosure traps.
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Decoding Chapter 7: Exemptions, Means Testing, and the Disposable Income Trap
Chapter 7 bankruptcy involves liquidation, exemptions, means testing, and disposable income for debtors.
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Quick Guide to the Basics: Liquidation, Exemptions, and The Means Test
The blog explores Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, focusing on exemptions and means testing.
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Understanding Trustee Scrutiny in Bankruptcy
Luxury expenses can jeopardize bankruptcy cases due to trustee scrutiny and disclosure requirements.
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Welcome to Bankruptcy.blog: Navigating Your Path to Financial Relief
Learn about Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy from Professor Alex Hernandez, author of “Consumer Bankruptcy Law” (Routledge). Get expert insights on student loans, mortgages, and filing resources for debtors and paralegals.
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The 76% Spike in Business Bankruptcy Filings
Prof. Hernandez analyzes the 76% January spike in corporate bankruptcy. Discover the “Consumer Effect” and why the 2026 Financial Reset is accelerating.
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Dealing with the “Reaffirmation Ambush”: Creditor Tactics and the 11th-Hour Timing
Prof. Hernandez exposes the “Reaffirmation Ambush”—when creditors wait until the last minute to send agreements. Learn how to handle 11th-hour tactics and avoid being blamed for lender delays.
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Why Your Mortgage and Car Payments Are “Invisible” After Bankruptcy
Payments missing from your credit report? Bankruptcy Attorney & published Law Professor Hernandez explains why mortgage and auto loans go unreported after bankruptcy and how to fix it.
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Why Your Lawyer Won’t Sign Your Reaffirmation Agreement: The Part C Liability Trap
Bankruptcy attorney and law professor explains why your attorney refuses to sign Part C of a reaffirmation agreement. Discover the “undue hardship” math and how to keep your car without the risk.
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Understanding the Federal Homestead Wildcard Exemption in 2026
Professor Alexander Hernandez explains the 2026 Federal Homestead Exemption ($31,575) and how the “unused” portion creates a $17,475 Wildcard to save your cash and car.
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The 1,215 Day Rule versus the Federal Exemptions. Which Law Protects Your Home in 2026?
Confused by the $214,000 cap and the $31,575 exemption? This head-to-head comparison explains which federal bankruptcy number protects your home equity in 2026.
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Understanding the Federal Bankruptcy Homestead Exemption Limits
What is the federal bankruptcy homestead exemption limits for 2026? Learn about the $31,575 & why it differs from the 1,215-day cap.
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Understanding the Bankruptcy Homestead Exemption and the 1,215-Day Rule
What is the 1,215-day rule? Learn how this 40-month clock caps homestead equity at $214,000 in 2026 and why it’s different from federal exemption limits.
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The “Zombie Debt” Trap: The Statute of Limitations vs. Judgment Renewal
Think your debt expired? A judgment can live for decades through renewals. Learn the difference between the SOL and “Zombie Debt” from Professor Hernandez.
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Predatory Hospital Collection Tactics: A Silent Threat to Your Finances
Stop predatory hospital collection tactics from draining your bank account. Learn why handing over your card at the ER is a trap leading to medical bankruptcy.