How do I report bankruptcy fraud?
In order to make a report of suspected bankruptcy fraud, you should contact the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) by mail or e-mail. Your report should include the name and address of the …
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What Is The First Step In Filing For Bankruptcy?
After you have decided to file for bankruptcy, the first step is to file a petition with the Bankruptcy Court. On the petition, all your of your debts and property must be listed as well as …
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Filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection (Business Bankruptcy)
The United States Bankruptcy Code is long and complicated. It provides different requirements for businesses and individuals who are seeking bankruptcy protection. The Code is divided into chapters and people often refer to the chapter number pursuant to which they qualify to file for bankruptcy. Who Can File for Chapter 11? Chapter 11 Bankruptcy is usually used by businesses that …
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What are the Basics of a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
When people talk about filing bankruptcy, they usually are referring to Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which allows you to discharge, or wipe out, most debts that you owe. In many cases, filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the quickest and easiest way for a person who owes a lot of debt to get a “fresh start” in life. So long as you are eligible for Chapter 7 bankruptcy relief, and …
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