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In general, filing Chapter 7 or 13 will stop judgments from being enforced against you, including debt, liabilities, and car accidents. Filing bankruptcy can stop garnishments as well. Here is a recent YouTube Video that you can watch that we published: [embed]https://youtu.be/7sKqjoKjv6c[/embed] When you file a bankruptcy, you are asking the Court to discharge your debts. However, not all debts…Read More
What To Bring To Your Bankruptcy Consultation With a Bankruptcy Lawyer [caption id="attachment_3568" align="alignnone" width="300"] What Should I Bring To My Initial Bankruptcy Consultation?[/caption] The most common question we get asked is "What Should I bring to my initial bankruptcy consultation?" This article will help answer that question. Make the Call. Set the Appointment and Show Up. That is…Read More
Debt Consolidation OR Chapter 13 bankruptcy reorganization: Which One is Best For You? Get Your Answers here. When it comes to managing debt, there are a variety of options available to individuals and households. Two of the most commonly considered options are debt consolidation and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Both of these options have the potential to provide significant relief…Read More
Find Reliable Bankruptcy Lawyer in Tacoma Filing for bankruptcy can be a complex and confusing process, especially if you have never done it before. Hiring a reliable bankruptcy lawyer in Tacoma can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience. A good bankruptcy lawyer will help you navigate the process, ensure that all necessary paperwork is…Read More
6 Compelling Reasons to Hire an Attorney to File Bankruptcy 6 Compelling Reasons to Hire an Attorney to File Bankruptcy Bankruptcy can be a confusing and stressful process, but it doesn't have to be. Hiring an attorney to guide you through the process can alleviate a significant amount of anxiety and ensure that everything is done correctly. In this article,…Read More
It is all relative to your situation. When you’re deep in debt, you’re constantly under stress that never lets up. Creditors may be calling your home, cell phone, or your employer. You may be getting threatening letters or emails. Filing either a Chapter 13 bankruptcy or a Chapter 7 bankruptcy will stop the garnishment and creditor collection calls. But when…Read More
Bankruptcy lawyers Christopher A. Benson, PLLC. Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy laws are designed to provide people protection from creditors in order to give people an incentive to go to work, pay income taxes and support their families. Sometimes things happen in a person's life that cause a disruption of cash flow or unexpected expenses such as medical bills…Read More
Sometimes "life happens." You miss a few car payments and your car gets repossessed. The problem is that when you surrender the property, a few things happen. The lender takes the car back, charges you more fees and sells the car at a discounted price through an auction. If the car does not sell for enough money to pay the…Read More
A common question I am asked is "How does filing bankruptcy stop a wage garnishment?" One of the many purposes of the bankruptcy law is to protect people for aggressive creditor collection efforts. The Bankruptcy Court recognizes that people need money for housing, food, clothing and daily living expenses. If one creditor is taking 25% of a person's gross income,…Read More
The short answer is yes; however, there are some additional factors. We offer a free initial consultation to find out your options and develop a plan to handle all of your financial debt. A statute of limitation is a legal deadline that sets a period of time after which you cannot act on it. Debt that is un-collectable because a creditor…Read More