by Christi Leinart | Mar 14, 2018 | Bankruptcy
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...
by Christi Leinart | Mar 14, 2018 | Bankruptcy
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...
by Christi Leinart | Feb 27, 2018 | Bankruptcy
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...
by Christi Leinart | Feb 27, 2018 | Bankruptcy
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...
by Christi Leinart | Feb 27, 2018 | Bankruptcy
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...
by Christi Leinart | Feb 27, 2018 | 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”...