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Archive for November, 2008

Get things in writing and get receipts

If there’s one thing lawyers in general repeatedly see from their clients–in any field of law–it’s the lack of proof or evidence necessary to properly represent them or assist in solving their problems. This is as true for a contracts attorney whose client insists is the victim of a breach of an oral contract [...]

repaying relatives and friends before bankruptcy

One of the most common mistakes my clients make is repaying debts to friends and family before filing their bankruptcy case. In many cases this leads to extremely undesirable results.
The basic law as stated in the bankruptcy code (and in many state laws as well) is that anything repaid to a relative or other [...]

Reaffirmation Agreements in Chapter 7

Much has been written already about reaffirmation agreements and this blog will not cover any new ground, but will provide a quick explanation for potential bankruptcy clients.
A reaffirmation agreement is a contract entered into during the pendency of  (usually) a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case which stops the particular debt from being discharged.  In other words, [...]