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Bankruptcy Filing Costs Explained

October 19, 2020Darin Swayne

If you’re planning to file bankruptcy, it’s important to be aware of the costs involved. Having a local bankruptcy lawyer review your case before filing your petition can help you know what steps to take to avoid having unnecessary expenses. The average cost of bankruptcy filings for both types of bankruptcy are shown in the…

Rebuilding your credit

What are the Most Effective Ways to Rebuild Your Credit After Bankruptcy?

May 18, 2020E. Orum Young

If you’ve just completed bankruptcy, it’s going to impact you in important ways. You’ll now have your debts under control, and you’ve been given a fresh start to rebuild your finances. If you’re like most people, you accumulated your debt slowly. It took a long time to get to the point where your debts felt…

Bankruptcy during COVID-19

How a Bankruptcy Lawyer Can Help Your Small Business During Coronavirus

May 11, 2020E. Orum Young

Although Congress has allocated billions of dollars in coronavirus relief for small businesses, there are still expected to be a growing number of companies that file for bankruptcy. The unprecedented shutdown of so much of the nation to enforce social distancing measures has closed hundreds of non-essential businesses. Business filings under Chapter 11 bankruptcy rose…

COVID-19 and Bankruptcy in Louisiana

How Will COVID-19 Impact Bankruptcies in Louisiana?

May 4, 2020E. Orum Young

As Louisiana continues to struggle with the pandemic, health concerns are being considered alongside the economic challenges posed by the crisis. State and federally mandated shutdowns have forced businesses to close, and it’s been estimated that more than 30 million Americans have lost their jobs. While Congress has passed stimulus packages to boost the economy…

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What Should I Expect at a Meeting of Creditors in a Bankruptcy?

April 29, 2020E. Orum Young

Anyone who files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy is required to attend a hearing known as the 341 meeting of creditors. This is where the bankruptcy trustee and your creditors can ask you questions under oath about your bankruptcy petition. The 341 meeting is used to verify that the information you included in your bankruptcy papers…

Choosing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

When is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy a Better Option Than Chapter 7?

April 22, 2020E. Orum Young

If you’ve decided to file for bankruptcy, you’ll very likely choose between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. While there are advantages to both, it’s important to understand how they’re different so you can determine which one works best for your situation. These are the two most common forms of bankruptcy for both individuals and small…

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Top Ways to Improve Your Credit Score After Bankruptcy

April 15, 2020E. Orum Young

Declaring bankruptcy can be a difficult decision, but once the bankruptcy has been successfully discharged, debt that’s been burdening you will have been removed, giving you the opportunity to make a fresh start. However, for many who successfully complete the bankruptcy process, there are lingering worries about how it will impact your credit score and…

Louisiana Shutsdown from COVID-19

Louisiana’s Stay At Home Orders Impact Financial Future of Individuals, Businesses

April 8, 2020E. Orum Young

As one of the hardest hit states in the country, Louisiana remains under a Stay At Home order requiring residents to remain in their home as much as possible to help slow the spread of the deadly coronavirus pandemic. That order has also forced the closing of many businesses that are not considered “essential,” as…

Bankruptcys impact on personal credit

Will a Business Bankruptcy Affect My Credit and Personal Assets?

March 17, 2020E. Orum Young

Dealing with a business that’s deep in debt and struggling to pay credits is a rough situation to be in, and some small business owners facing this challenge might resist bankruptcy out of fears about what it could do to your credit rating and personal assets.  If you’re considering a business bankruptcy but are worried…

Small Business Bankruptcy

Choosing Chapter 7 vs. 13 for a Small Business

March 10, 2020E. Orum Young

Running a small business is never easy, and sometimes small business owners find themselves struggling with mounting debt. Figuring out how to cope with that debt is a challenge, which is why some small business owners turn to bankruptcy as an option.  Bankruptcy can be utilized by most small business owners, but they’ll need to…

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