Coronavirus and Debt Relief
In 2020, the government enacted many measures designed to provide temporary relief for people whose jobs disappeared overnight due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but now those programs are expiring. People ...
Can My Boss Find Out That I Filed for Bankruptcy in Georgia?
One of the most common questions asked about filing bankruptcy is, “Will my boss find out that I filed for bankruptcy?” It is a valid concern for many individuals. The ...
How Long Does Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Take?
Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases generally do not take as long to complete as Chapter 13 cases. In a Chapter 13 case, the debtor must complete a bankruptcy plan, which can ...
Georgia Bankruptcy Exemptions
Filing for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy brings to the forefront a fear of losing everything you’ve worked so hard to attain. Rest assured, this doesn’t have to be the ...
New COVID-19 Bill Provides Additional Bankruptcy Relief
Individuals and businesses facing financial hardship because of the COVID-19 pandemic can access enhanced levels of bankruptcy relief thanks to the second economic stimulus legislation. Passed at the end of ...
What to Do if You are Being Sued by a Credit Card Company
If a credit card company or some other type of creditor files a lawsuit against you, garnishes your wages or bank account, or takes collection actions, a Georgia bankruptcy attorney ...
When Should You Seek Help From a Debt Harassment Attorney in Georgia?
Debt collectors have strict limits on their conduct under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If a debt collector harasses you, uses obscene language, or threatens you, the debt collector ...
How This Presidential Election May Affect Your Student Loan Debt
When young consumers cannot afford to spend money on things like houses, cars, appliances, eating at restaurants, and other things because of their student loan payments, the entire economy suffers. ...
Why Does Bankruptcy Have a Bad Reputation?
Why Does Bankruptcy Have a Bad Reputation? The answer probably goes back to the early days of credit reporting and the criteria lenders used when deciding to make a loan. ...
Can I Buy a House After Bankruptcy?
After going through bankruptcy, you might feel as if you will never again qualify for the financing needed for the things that many people take for granted, like buying a ...