Legal Articles, Eminent Domain

Design Professionals Owe a Duty of Care to Homeowners

Design Professionals Owe a Duty of Care to Homeowners

When the Ends Don't Justify the Means

Recently, our office won another significant jury trial in Worcester Superior Court that demonstrates our experience and expertise in local land use and construction disputes.

Obama Signs Directive Allowing Homeowners to Modify Mortgages While in Bankruptcy

Obama signed a directive in 2010 that allows homeowners to actively seek a loan/mortgage modification while they are in active bankruptcy.

Houston Foreclosure Prevention

Stopping foreclosure is something best handled by a Ch. 13 bankruptcy typically, as opposed to situations that would warrant a chapter 11 filing

Comprehensive Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Review

Reading on the internet is not enough to learn the differences between chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcies.

What Credit Counseling Course is Required to File Bankruptcy?

Among a number of requirements set forth by the bankruptcy code and which the trustee's office and bankruptcy court oversee and enforce is a requirement to attend a credit counseling course. Available online, over the phone, or in person, this course must be completed prior to filing.

Is bankruptcy right for me?

If you are considering filing bankruptcy, you may want to learn about the different types of bankruptcy which are available to consumers. A Ch. 11 bankruptcy is often cited, but it is a bankruptcy for businesses, as opposed to a Ch. 7 and Ch. 13 bankruptcy which is the type of consumer bankruptcy.

Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter 13 Lawyer

Chapter 13 bankruptcy is not the right bankruptcy for every situation, but when necessary, this type of bankruptcy can provide powerful protection for homes, vehicles, and more. Eliminate debt while retaining important assets like your home. Stop foreclosure and more.

Foreclosure Defense Lawyers Bright Law Firm

Dallas Foreclosure Prevention Attorney of Bright Law Firm

California’s Tender Rule in Foreclosure Suits: Any way around it?

This article discusses the legal doctrine of "Tender." When bringing certain types of lawsuits, one must tender the amount of the debt to have standing to sue. However, there are certain exceptions to the tender requirement.

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