Monthly Archives: March 2021
Non-Dischargeable Domestic Support Obligations: There Are More Than You Think
As a general rule, support obligations to a spouse, former spouse, or to a child in the form of child support, are not dischargeable. Your bankruptcy discharge will not include these debts, and they will continue on, even after your discharge (although once your dischargeable debts are gone, you may have more money to… Read More »
All About Cars in Bankruptcy
Cars are our lifeblood. They are how we get to work, and take care of our family. Especially in South Florida, where there is a lack of public transportation, getting a fresh start in bankruptcy doesn’t mean much if you lose your car in the bankruptcy. Here are some things that you should know… Read More »
Paying an Insider Before Filing for Bankruptcy? Watch Out…
In bankruptcy, all creditors are supposed to be treated equally. The debtor, presumably, has limited if any resources or assets, and it is up to the court to make sure that all creditors get whatever the debtor has, equally (or at least, in whatever way the law says that the debtor’s assets should be… Read More »
Bankruptcy and Medical Bills
It is always upsetting to see someone get themselves into financial trouble. However, it is more upsetting when someone is in financial trouble when they did nothing to cause the debt. Such is the case with medical debt. Medical Problems and Debt It is an insult to existing injury when someone with a terrible… Read More »
