Avoiding Charges of Bankruptcy Fraud

It is very rare, but if someone does something improper before the filing of their bankruptcy case, it could cause a problem with their case being approved. For very serious and intentional violations, someone could be charged with bankruptcy fraud. In order to avoid...

Credit Card Debt Consolidation Advantages and Disadvantages

If you are overwhelmed with debt, you may be searching for credit card debt consolidation services. But what are the benefits? Are there risks? It can be nerve-wracking to figure all this out while debt collectors are calling non-stop. The team at Leinart Law Firm is...

How Divorce Can Affect Your Retirement Planning

Retirement is difficult enough to save for, but when you throw a divorce in the mix, things can get a bit complicated. Most people have IRAs, 401ks, pensions, savings accounts, bonds, etc. When you get divorced, there are a few different ways that the court looks at...

What Is a Property Lien?

A lien is a notice attached to your property to give the public notice that a creditor claims  you owe it money. Liens are typically public record and are filed at your local records office or with the county clerk. Property liens can be complicated, and if you have...

What Happens if You’re Charged With ‘Fraudulent Debt’?

If you are challenged with debt fraud during a bankruptcy case, you will likely not be able to discharge that debt. This means that you will have to pay it back. However, it is important to understand what kinds of debts can be challenged successfully, and what the...

What is the “Automatic Stay” in Bankruptcy?

The “automatic stay” stops just about all actions by your creditors against you or your property as of the moment your bankruptcy case is filed. “Stay” is just a legal word for “stop.” It’s “automatic” because the very act of filing your case “operates as a stay”...