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Can Bankruptcy Stop a NJ Wage Garnishment? In short, yes. Filing for bankruptcy can stop a wage garnishment in New Jersey. Under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, if you file for a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, an automatic stay immediately goes into effect. The...
The decision to seek bankruptcy relief is difficult, but it comes from a place of necessity and strength. When deciding to file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy it is important to have a clear understanding of the process. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Chapter 13 bankruptcy basically...
If you are drowning in debt but aren’t eligible or shouldn’t file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy might be for you. This blog will explain what a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is, who qualifies and what the process is like. Qualifications to File a Chapter 13...
Curious about how bankruptcy works and if it might be right for you? The first step is to set up a consultation with an experienced NJ bankruptcy lawyer. Many people are nervous about this first meeting since it involves discussing something as personal as their...
On June 21, 2022 the President signed into law the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment and Corrections Act . Among other things the Act increased the Chapter 13 debt threshold to $2.75 million. Both secured and unsecured debt counts towards this single limit. Previously...
While there are several kinds of bankruptcy, most people file either a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Chapter 13 is often used for individuals with regular income that have a large amount of equity in a home or a car and wish to keep those assets. In a NJ...
Most people who file a NJ Chapter 7 Bankruptcy get to keep all or almost all of their assets. What property can be kept is determined by bankruptcy exemptions. Bankruptcy exemptions determine what property you can keep. The Bankruptcy Code Section 104(b) provides that...
Are you in debt and unable to pay your bills? If so, it’s probably time to learn about what options are available for you to get rid of your debt. Bankruptcy and Debt Consolidation are two of the most common ways people get rid of their debt. We are often asked,...
If you are thinking of possibly filing bankruptcy in the near future, you might be wondering whether there are limits on how you can spend your money and on what you can spend it. The general answer is that you should be careful as to how you spend your money before...
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,...