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Discharging NYC Parking Tickets with Bankruptcy – Why Only Chapter 13 Works

Introduction Dealing with piles of NYC parking tickets can be stressful. Nobody wants booting, license suspensions, or unrelenting fines. The question that often comes up: can parking tickets be wiped out by filing for bankruptcy? At Midtown Bankruptcy, we’ve seen that these tickets can be addressed—but only in Chapter 13, not Chapter 7. Let’s dive into […]

✅ Can I Use My Credit Cards Right Before Filing Bankruptcy? (What You MUST Know)

⚖️ Important Preface: Why Credit Card Objections Are Extremely Rare It’s extremely rare for credit card companies to object to the dischargeability of a debt in bankruptcy. Unless you’ve done something extreme—like spending $70,000 the month of filing—they’re unlikely to take action. Why? Because in order to keep that debt from being discharged, a creditor […]

Is Bankruptcy In Person or Can I Do It by Zoom? (2025 Edition)

Over the past few years, bankruptcy courts have adapted in a big way. If you’re wondering whether you still have to walk into a courtroom to file for bankruptcy in 2025, the answer may surprise you. Here at The Law Office of William Waldner, PC, we’ve been getting more and more clients asking: “Can I […]

Ultimate Guide: 10 Essential FAQs About Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in New York (2025)

Ultimate Guide: 10 Essential FAQs About Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in New York (2025) Facing Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be stressful when you’re juggling bills, deadlines and uncertainty—but you don’t have to go it alone. This FAQ guide is tailored for New Yorkers filing Chapter 13 in 2025, with clear, no‑nonsense answers. We’ll walk you through each step, tackle your […]