Top Five Bankruptcy Myths in New York City
Top Five Bankruptcy Myths in New York City Many rumors about bankruptcy persist in New York City and for many New Yorkers bankruptcy is still seen as very negative. Bankruptcy is thought of by most consumers as a place you should never go and the thing that you should never talk about. While it’s true […]
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Attorney New York City
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Attorney New York City If a debtor chooses to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy they will propose a 3-5 year repayment plan designed to pay off some or all of the debts owed to their creditors through their future earnings. Also known as the “Wage Earners” plan Chapter 13 is a court monitored […]
Will a Credit Card Company Take my Possessions if I Don’t Pay My Bill in New York City?
Will a Credit Card Company Take my Possessions if I Don’t Pay My Bill in New York City? If you are not paying your monthly credit card bill it’s only a matter of time before you start getting phone calls, collection letters and eventually a lawsuit against you if you live in New York City. […]
Do I Have Too Much Debt to Manage in New York City?
Do I Have Too Much Debt to Manage in New York City? Most consumers in this day and age are living with debt, especially in a fast paced and expensive place like New York City. Many of us rely on loans of one type or another and almost everyone has some revolving credit card debt. […]
Will I Lose my Home if I File For Bankruptcy in New York City?
Will I Lose my Home if I File Bankruptcy in New York City? A home is most people’s biggest asset, and for many the decision to file bankruptcy will ride on whether or not their home will be lost in the process. The thought of losing a home can be scary, but don’t let the […]
Defenses Against Credit Card Company Lawsuits in New York City
Defenses Against Credit Card Company Lawsuits in New York City If you are being sued by your credit card company in New York City you are probably wondering what to do next. The first thing to ask yourself is why are you being sued? If you are not paying your credit card bill because of […]
Should I Sell my Property to Avoid Bankruptcy in New York City?
Should I Sell my Property to Avoid Bankruptcy in New York City? This is often one of the biggest mistakes people make when they are behind on their bills in New York City. Knowing the right time to file bankruptcy can be hard, but selling property in an effort to avoid bankruptcy is often a […]
Bankruptcy Assistance for the Deaf, Blind or Disabled in New York City
Bankruptcy Assistance for the Deaf, Blind or Disabled in New York City The Americans with Disabilities Act signed into law in 1990 is a comprehensive set of laws preventing discrimination against disabled people. Title II of the ADA governs the US District Court System and the Bankruptcy Courts in New York City. No matter your […]
Rent Stabilized Leases in Bankruptcy in New York City
Rent Stabilized Leases in Bankruptcy in New York City If you are considering filing for bankruptcy in New York City and have a rent stabilized lease you could be at risk of losing your home and could be receiving your fresh start on the street. Not every bankruptcy trustee agrees with selling rent stabilized leases, […]
What Paperwork do I Need to File Bankruptcy in New York City?
What Paperwork do I Need to File Bankruptcy in New York City? Many of our clients in New York City are worried they may not have all the right paperwork in order to file bankruptcy. It’s great if you have kept everything, but people that have fallen on hard times can let things get out […]