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Filing bankruptcy can be an intimidating process. Understanding key bankruptcy terms can help make it more manageable. At Levitt & Slafkes, P.C., we specialize in helping clients get through the bankruptcy process with compassion and ease. Whether you are thinking...
CONTACT LEVITT & SLAFKES BEFORE YOU GET MARRIED TO DISCUSS BANKRUPTCY You’ve found the one. You’ve planned the wedding. You’re ready to walk down that aisle, but you want to know, when your officiant asks, “if you take this person to be your spouse, for richer or...
If you are having a hard time paying your bills bankruptcy can be a way for you to get rid of some or all of your debt. You must pass the bankruptcy means test to be eligible to file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. The only times you do not have to pass the means test is when...
It sometimes becomes necessary to file bankruptcy more than once. As an experienced bankruptcy attorney will tell you, while unfortunate, it is not rare. The need to refile often occurs as the result of unexpected circumstances, such as a job loss or medical expenses....
Medical debt is a major reason that people file bankruptcy. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau indicates that $88 billion of outstanding medical bills are currently in collections-affecting one in five Americans. According to U.S. News & World Report, many...
Social media sites such as Instagram, Facebook and TikTok continue to grow in popularity. These sites have impacted many aspects of society, including the practice of bankruptcy law. While social media sites give people a chance to connect with friends and family,...
A Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be a lifeline for individuals and families facing unmanageable debt. It can also help you save your home from foreclosure. One important aspect of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is that it must be feasible. In this blog post we will discuss what...
When you file bankruptcy your co-debtors can be affected. How they are affected depend mostly on the type of debt is involved and whether you file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. In this blog we will discuss the impact of your bankruptcy filing on your...
Do you have overwhelming debt that you cannot pay and are thinking about filing bankruptcy to get a fresh start? A common question people ask us when they are thinking about filing bankruptcy is, “will I have to go to Court if I file bankruptcy?” In almost all cases,...
Facing significant debt can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. Chapter 13 bankruptcy gives individuals who have a regular income the opportunity to reorganize their debts and repay them with a structured bankruptcy plan. A common question we are asked when...