- Personal InjuryThe issues raised during the bankruptcy process often cross over into other areas of the law, such as taxes, inheritances, and personal injury claims. Determining how your petition will impact every area of your life will require the expertise of an experienced bankruptcy lawyer. Most consumers do not possess the legal skills or knowledge to navigate such delicate financial matters.
- BankruptcyPerformed by the US Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California, roughly 40% of Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases filed pro se (without a lawyer) were dismissed without a discharge of debt. Compared to those filed with a lawyer, only 5.4% of cases were dismissed, meaning the odds are far from in your favor if you choose to represent yourself.
- ForeclosureWith the Waterbury Republican American newspaper, Gene Melchionne was asked what he thought was the case of these increased foreclosure filings. The answer is simple. To make a mortgage payment, you need to have a job that pays. To live in Connecticut, you need to have a job that pays well. Sometimes you need two or three of these jobs.