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BANKRUPTCY: EFFECT ON STUDENT LOANS AND GRANTS

A summary of how filing a bankruptcy effects your student loans or pell grants.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: PRE-FILING TIPS

This article has tips for debtors to avoid actions that might negatively impact a future bankruptcy filing. This is not a complete list of pitfalls that could jeopardize your case. You are advised to consult with a bankruptcy attorney before engaging in any transactions involving debts or assets.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: CHAPTER 7 v. CHAPTER 13

This article compares and contrasts the two major consumer bankruptcy options: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Chapter 7 is a liquidating bankruptcy commonly referred to as "fresh start" bankruptcy. Chapter 13 is a debt reorganization option where debtors make a monthly payment for 3-5 years.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: KEEP YOUR HOME AND PRESERVE YOUR HOME EQUITY

This article discusses the options available to assist Debtors in keeping their homes and preserving equity in bankruptcy proceedings.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: BANKRUPTCY AND VEHICLE LOANS

Are you considering filing for bankruptcy but you need to keep your car? Maybe you need to file and you want to get rid of the car. This article discusses the options for keeping or surrendering your vehicle in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A STUDENT LOAN DEFENSE TRIAL ATTORNEY

This article describes the process and outcome of a recently tried case.

Student Loan Relief: What if I Have to Drop Out of School?

What to do regarding your student loan if you have to drop out of school.

Dont Fear Payday Loan Companies

Payday loan companies are notorious for not following the proper collection procedures. Instead they rely upon threats of arbitration, predatory lending practices, high interest rates, and harassing collection tactics.

Exempt Property in Bankruptcy

Debtors are allowed to to keep certain basic assets despite a bankruptcy filing. These assets or properties that an individual can keep are called “exempt properties”.

Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices

Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices was intended to protect consumers.

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