Before filing a petition for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Nevada, you, as a debtor, have to go through a credit counseling course. Also, you have to arrange your bankruptcy forms and petitions. After filing a request to declare bankruptcy in the bankruptcy court, you have to experience a debtor education course. [...]
Attention Grabber: How To Engage Your Law Blog’s Readers
January 28, 2013 by ·
A lawyer’s blog is often their most prized possession. It gives them the opportunity to say whatever they’d like in an open forum where their thoughts and opinions aren’t judged, and they get to come back every week and write more. But as you spill your heart into every blog post, you realize that no [...]
Why Do You Need Las Vegas Bankruptcy Attorneys?
January 2, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Las Vegas is one of the most populated cities in the United States. Located in the State of Nevada, Las Vegas is renowned worldwide. Primarily famous for gambling, the city is also particularly known for lavish hotels, exquisite resorts, and incredible shopping malls. You can opt for fine dining, branded products, and 24/7 entertainment at [...]
Collection Calls and Bankruptcy: Your Rights
November 13, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Bankruptcy law prevents collection calls and all other forms of debt-collection attempts once a case has been filed. The injunction, called the automatic stay, prohibits further actions from debt collectors including phone calls, lawsuits, letters and all other forms of communication. All contact is strictly prohibited, and most creditors oblige, resulting in immediate relief from [...]
Explaining Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
October 31, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Chapter 7 is the simplest form of bankruptcy in which a debtor asks the court to cancel their debts because of their inability to pay. Under this type of bankruptcy, the debtor may have to surrender some property, but does not have to surrender all property. In most cases, the defendant can keep property that [...]
Understanding the Different Types of Bankruptcy
October 10, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
After the global recession in 2008, many firms have downsized and many firms as well as individuals have gone bankrupt due to the financial crunch. There are still many people who are trapped in the claws of the crunch and have been unable to recover from it. If you have come to a point where [...]
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Nevada
September 18, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a type of bankruptcy for Nevada consumers who have enough income to pay off some of their debts over a period of time. Unlike Chapter 7, you won’t be able to cancel all your debts, but you also won’t lose your property. This form of bankruptcy is best for those who [...]
Title: 5 helpful tips to recover from Bankruptcy
August 9, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Bankruptcy is your last resort when it becomes increasingly difficult to pay for even the basic amenities such as medical expenses and credit card bills. Your credit rating might go for a toss but you are not alone in this turmoil. Numerous people have filed for bankruptcy in the past few years. It will definitely [...]
LAS VEGAS COMES UP CRAPS
August 8, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Since the 90’s, Las Vegas rode high on almost 15 years of unbelievable profits and growth. Each year was better than the next, and the rapid expansion could hardly keep pace with the country’s seemingly unending hunger for more hotels, more casinos, more everything. In 2007, over 39 million people visited Vegas, an all-time high. [...]
How Students can Get a Better Credit Score
July 18, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
College students have a lot on their plate. Between school work, paying for tuition and working, trying to establish good credit can seem like a relatively minor priority. However, establishing a good credit score in college can have positive effects later in life. The good news is it’s not as hard as it might seem [...]