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What Is Bankruptcy?
A bankruptcy is a legal declaration that an individual or organization is unable to pay its creditors or debts. Bankruptcy filings are mostly regulated by laws under the jurisdiction of the … more
Is child support dischargeable in bankruptcy?
Typically, child support obligations cannot be discharged through bankruptcy. Child support obligations might include other types of support as well, such as medical bills or educational expenses … more
Do I need an attorney to file bankruptcy?
Federal law does not require you to have an attorney. You are allowed to file pro se, that is, on your own without an attorney. However, without the assistance of an attorney, it is extremely … more

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 … more
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 … more