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  • North Dakota Bankruptcy Means Test Figures for 2026

    North Dakota’s 2026 bankruptcy means test figures and how eligibility for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 is determined.

  • Idaho Bankruptcy Means Test: Updated Figures and Forms

    Learn Idaho’s bankruptcy Means Test income limits, allowable expense deductions, and how eligibility is determined for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 relief.

  • The New York Bankruptcy Means Test: Figures and Forms (2026)

    Learn New York’s bankruptcy means test income limits, allowable deductions, & determine eligibility for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 relief.

  • North Carolina Bankruptcy Means Test: Figures and Forms

    North Carolina’s 2026 bankruptcy means test figures and how eligibility for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 is determined.

  • Idaho’s Unique Bankruptcy Homestead Exemption

    Idaho’s homestead exemption protects up to $175,000 in home equity in bankruptcy. Learn the rules, limits, and how Idaho’s “intent to occupy” requirement works.

  • Client Confidentiality and the Threat of Technology

    Learn how paralegals can protect client confidentiality in bankruptcy practice. Follow proven intake, verification, and communication protocols to avoid liability.

  • Handling Difficult Bankruptcy Clients: Office Protocols

    Practical guidance for paralegals on handling difficult bankruptcy clients, setting boundaries, documenting issues, and following office protocols to protect the firm.

  • When Bankruptcy Meets a DUI: Discharging Debt vs. Restoring a Driver’s License

    Bankruptcy may reinstate a suspended driver’s license, but it won’t eliminate DUI debts or satisfy DUI reinstatement requirements.

  • Chapter 13 Confirmation Hearings: What to Expect and Why They Are Delayed

    Learn why Chapter 13 confirmation hearings are often continued, what causes delays, and how trustees and creditors review your plan before approval.

  • Understanding Bankruptcy Judges and the Federal Court Structure

    Learn how bankruptcy judges differ from Article III judges with fixed 14-year terms, circuit court appointments, & exclusive federal jurisdiction.

  • Beyond the Cease & Desist: A Tactical Guide to Handling Debt Collection in 2026

    Debt collection in 2026 is more aggressive than ever. Learn how to log violations, challenge the evidence, and use state-level protections to build a successful debt defense.

  • Discharging Personal Loans to Friends and Family in Bankruptcy

    Bankruptcy Attorney explains how personal loans to friends & family are unsecured in bankruptcy & how trustees claw back recent repayments.

  • Understanding Bankruptcy Attorney Fees: Transparency and Retainer Agreements

    Prof. Hernandez: Your expert guide to bankruptcy attorney fees and costs. Learn the truth about retainer agreements and avoid fee discrepancies. Read more.

  • The 99 Cents Only Files for Bankruptcy

    The 99 Cents Only company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to close all locations.

  • Understanding Bankruptcy’s Role in Divorce Outcomes: A Legal Summary

    A bankruptcy law expert explains how joint debt works in a divorce and bankruptcy case. Learn why federal law trumps hold harmless clauses.

  • How Bankruptcy Affects Divorce Proceedings

    Divorce and bankruptcy intersect complexly, impacting financial responsibilities and legal agreements after separation.

  • Your Car and Bankruptcy: Key Insights

    The video explains car implications in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, including exemptions.

  • The Hidden Risk of an Underwater Mortgage: Realities, Data, and Recovery Options

    Learn your real options when your mortgage is underwater. Explore short sales, deeds in lieu, accidental landlord strategies, and Chapter 13 lien stripping to reduce debt and protect your home.

  • Predatory Student Loans and the Legacy of Relief in the OBBBA Era

    Law Professor explains predatory student loans & how the Big Beautiful Bill changes eligibility for relief for defrauded borrowers.

  • The Critical Role of the Bankruptcy Consultation

    Bankruptcy consultation questions every lawyer should ask. Understand timing, disclosures, and red flags that can make or break your case