Bankruptcy Information Blog » Bankruptcy http://www.bankruptcyahead.com Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:19:09 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 How to File Bankruptcy http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/280/how-to-file-bankruptcy-2/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/280/how-to-file-bankruptcy-2/#comments Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:01:01 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/?p=280 Bankruptcy is no easy matter, it requires some knowledge of the law and prompt attention to specific procedures. If you’re doubtful and don’t really know how to file bankruptcy properly, it’s best that you consult a professional for help with your case. Law changes have made it more difficult for self filers to get their petitions processed and approved, it’s also a lot easier now to make mistakes when filing bankruptcy.

The process is not complicated, as much as the paperwork and preparation is. The court will hear your case after you submit your petition, but the key is to get the court to review your submitted petition, if you prepare your own petition you must make sure it is complete and that you submit with all required supporting documentation.

Once the petition has been reviewed and no errors are detected, you’ll be scheduled to appear for your court hearing where the trustee will scrutinize your file and make sure that all information presented is actually true.

The actual petition must be prepared accordingly, which is why this process is best left to a professional bankruptcy attorney who will know exactly what to ask for from you to provide in support of your petition. Not knowing how to file bankruptcy properly can kill you chances of getting approved and you could be denied the protection that you need. Check bankruptcy services in your area for free consultations. This should give you a good idea about what the process is like.

]]> http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/280/how-to-file-bankruptcy-2/feed/ 0 What is the difference between Bankruptcy and Bankruptcy Protection that I hear in the news recently? http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/131/what-is-the-difference-between-bankruptcy-and-bankruptcy-protection-that-i-hear-in-the-news-recently/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/131/what-is-the-difference-between-bankruptcy-and-bankruptcy-protection-that-i-hear-in-the-news-recently/#comments Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:21:57 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/bankruptcy/what-is-the-difference-between-bankruptcy-and-bankruptcy-protection-that-i-hear-in-the-news-recently/
aikon56 asked:


In recent news, companies could be forced to Bankruptcy. Is this the same as “companies can be forced into Bankruptcy Protection”?

I thought Bankruptcy protection is “PROTECTION” against Bankruptcy?

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]]> http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/131/what-is-the-difference-between-bankruptcy-and-bankruptcy-protection-that-i-hear-in-the-news-recently/feed/ 4 What is the consequence of filing bankruptcy protection to avoid harassment from creditors? http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/133/what-is-the-consequence-of-filing-bankruptcy-protection-to-avoid-harassment-from-creditors/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/133/what-is-the-consequence-of-filing-bankruptcy-protection-to-avoid-harassment-from-creditors/#comments Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:50:25 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/bankruptcy/what-is-the-consequence-of-filing-bankruptcy-protection-to-avoid-harassment-from-creditors/
sx24 asked:


believe it or not, i just cannot find any job. I have hunted for job a lot but there is no luck. Now i’m being frustrated by creditors who call 40 times a day. So to get rid of such harassment, i decided to file bankruptcy protection.

What will be the consequence of filing bankruptcy?

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]]> http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/133/what-is-the-consequence-of-filing-bankruptcy-protection-to-avoid-harassment-from-creditors/feed/ 5 What’s the minimum amount of debt you must owe before filing for bankruptcy? http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/141/whats-the-minimum-amount-of-debt-you-must-owe-before-filing-for-bankruptcy/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/141/whats-the-minimum-amount-of-debt-you-must-owe-before-filing-for-bankruptcy/#comments Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:57:49 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/2381/whats-the-minimum-amount-of-debt-you-must-owe-before-filing-for-bankruptcy/
?Lindsey & Jackson? asked:

I am about $15,000 or so in debt right now. $12,000 of it is from medical bills from an emergency surgery I had to have (I had insurance to cover the surgery but they only paid 10% and now I’m stuck with the medical bills from it and NO way to pay them). I’m working full time but am currently switching to part time because I just recently had a baby and need to be able to stay home some of the time with him to cut costs on babysitting. I don’t care tht the bankruptcy will be on my credit for 10 years….it will take me that long to pay off the medical bills at the rate I can afford to pay them now…I also have diabetes and my prescriptions cost a TON a month…it’s impossible for me to work part time (or even full time for that matter) and even survive at this rate. I need to get an apartment for my son and I and just can’t do it with the amount of bills I owe. Is there a minimum amount of money you must owe before filing bankruptcy? Will I be able to keep my car?
I have one of the cheapest cars you can buy (Chevy Cavalier) and it is 2002. Someone suggested I sell it and get a crappy car for now…I can NOT do that. I must have a solid, secure car to make sure I have a way to and from work and also to have transportation to my son’s docs appintments. I need to keep my current car and my interest rate on my loan is locked and VERY low (3.4%). This car is great…but if I file bankruptcy will I lose it?
I don’t WANT to send my son to a childcare center. They are dirty and nasty. His father and myself will be watching him. And I AM working full time right now thank you. I can NOT afford the debt I owe either way….

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]]> http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/141/whats-the-minimum-amount-of-debt-you-must-owe-before-filing-for-bankruptcy/feed/ 3 If a company files for bankruptcy protection, how long of a grace period do they have? http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/135/if-a-company-files-for-bankruptcy-protection-how-long-of-a-grace-period-do-they-have/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/135/if-a-company-files-for-bankruptcy-protection-how-long-of-a-grace-period-do-they-have/#comments Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:14:47 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/bankruptcy/if-a-company-files-for-bankruptcy-protection-how-long-of-a-grace-period-do-they-have/
angie k asked:


I have just been told that the company I work for has filed Chapter 11 and for bankruptcy protection. They say we will stay open, but how long can i expect to keep my job?

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]]> http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/135/if-a-company-files-for-bankruptcy-protection-how-long-of-a-grace-period-do-they-have/feed/ 2 How does Bankruptcy work if you are married? http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/122/how-does-bankruptcy-work-if-you-are-married/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/122/how-does-bankruptcy-work-if-you-are-married/#comments Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:32:32 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/credit/how-does-bankruptcy-work-if-you-are-married/
just_wondering asked:

Wondering how bankruptcy works if you are married. Say if a spouse’s credit is horrible, and the other has really good credit but only one needs to file for bankruptcy. Will bankruptcy affect the other spouse? Or can it only work without affecting the other spouse at all? Any info or website to look would be appreciated. THANK YOU!

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gracefullady77 asked:

I have been told recently that you can no longer file for bankruptcy on credit card debt. I am curious if this is true and if it is; what is someone $40,000 in credit card debt trying to get an education and support a family supposed to do? I have one credit card that refuses to work with credit agencies. What do I do now? I know it is my debt, but I was a young single mother and now I am in way over my head; barely living from paycheck to paycheck. What can I do to survive while I try to finish college and support my family?

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]]> http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/143/is-it-true-that-you-can-no-longer-file-for-bankruptcy-on-credit-card-debt/feed/ 5 What happens when a company files Ch 11 bankruptcy protection? http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/137/what-happens-when-a-company-files-ch-11-bankruptcy-protection/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/137/what-happens-when-a-company-files-ch-11-bankruptcy-protection/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:23:17 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/bankruptcy/what-happens-when-a-company-files-ch-11-bankruptcy-protection/
Dovienya asked:


Sorry, I guess this is a pretty stupid question.

But I’m not sure exactly what “bankruptcy protection” is. If a company files for Ch 11, does that mean it will close?
I’m not declaring a bankruptcy myself, I’m just wondering what happens to a company when it does.

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Bankruptcy Attorney Jamie Ryke of the Second Start Bankruptcy Law Firm talks about the Truth about Bankruptcy. Find out how we can help you get out of debt and get a fresh start by filing either a chapter 7 or chapter 13 bankruptcy.

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]]> http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/128/the-truth-about-bankruptcy/feed/ 25 The Office – I declare bankruptcy! Michael Scott http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/129/the-office-i-declare-bankruptcy-michael-scott/ http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/129/the-office-i-declare-bankruptcy-michael-scott/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2009 03:20:07 +0000 bk admin http://www.bankruptcyahead.com/bankruptcy/the-office-i-declare-bankruptcy-michael-scott/ chucknation6996 asked:


The Office – Michael Scott declaring bankruptcy.

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