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Inside you will find over 500 helpful articles discussing the Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Process and other solutions for difficult financial situations.

 

    Maximizing Your Spending After Bankruptcy in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on November 24

    Inflation is hitting everyone hard right now. From utilities to groceries, it seems the cost of living all around is increasing daily. When you file for bankruptcy you will receive advice to reprioritize or restructure your budget, this blog will go into ideas on doing so.

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    The Bankruptcy Petition

    Posted by Col Ovik on November 19

    When filing a bankruptcy petition the debtor must file a financial statement which includes a schedule of the assets that are part of the bankruptcy. This includes any current or future interests the debtor may have, including causes of action possessed by the debtor at the time of filing. 

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    Can a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Be Denied in Minneapolis, MN?

    Posted by Wesley Scott on November 15

         We get this question often. Can this be denied? If we are talking strictly in terms of percentages, over 99.9% of all Chapter 7 debtors get a discharge of their debts. There are some who will not. Why? If you are hiding assets before or during your bankruptcy filing you will be in trouble. If you refuse to cooperate with the administration of your case, you will be in trouble. In short, honest debtors get relief and dishonest debtors do not.

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    What Is a Bankruptcy Conversion and When Do They Happen in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on November 11

    A conversion is when you convert (or flip) your case from one bankruptcy chapter to another. They are common with chapter 13 to chapter 7 cases, but can also go the other way from a chapter 7 to a chapter 13. This blog will explore what may trigger a conversion during a bankruptcy. 

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    You Can Trust Lifeback Law Firm’s Bankruptcy Google Reviews in Minnepolis, MN

    Posted by Wesley Scott on November 8

        Recently, a Hennepin County court filing claims Hoglund Law: “Hoglund buried its clients’ complaints concerning its fraudulent advertising by soliciting and publishing nothing but positive reviews via “review—gating” software, and falsely claimed five-star Google reviews for nearly all of its offices via its website when—in reality—most of its offices did not have five-star reviews.” 

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    Previous Bankrupticies and the Automatic Stay

    Posted by Col Ovik on November 4

    Filing for bankruptcy is available to honest debtors to allow them respite from their creditors. Even those debtors that have previously filed for bankruptcy relief are allowed to file again for bankruptcy. For those debtors with previous bankruptcy filings, they may not be entitled to a discharge or other protections allowed to bankruptcy debtors depending on the status of their previous cases and when their previous bankruptcies were filed. 

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    Court Documents Filed in Hennepin County Allege Hoglund Law Engaged in Massive Advertising and Marketing Fraud

    Posted by Wesley Scott on November 1

         A court document filed on September 26, 2023 in Hennepin County, Minnesota alleges Hoglund Law, based in Roseville, MN, engaged in massive advertising and marketing fraud. More blogs regarding this topic will follow. 

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    What does it mean to amend your bankruptcy schedules in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on October 28

    An amendment is the official term used, when you change information in your case. There are many reasons to file an amendment to your bankruptcy case, below are a few of the most common: 

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    Why you should Hire an Attorney and Avoid Filing Pro Se in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on October 24

    A pro se filing is where a person has filed a case by themselves, without an attorney. Pro se cases may be fine for some things, but they are frowned upon for bankruptcy filings. This is because bankruptcy law is nuanced and complex. 

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    THE BANKRUPTCY DISCHARGE OF DEBTS AND THE FACTS

    Posted by Col Ovik on October 20

    Under section 523(a)(6) in the bankruptcy code, "any debt . . . for willful and malicious injury by the debtor to another [person]" is not dischargeable. 11 U.S.C. §523(a)(6). 

    To determine “willful and malicious injury” the facts of the incident must be analyzed. The bankruptcy code itself lacks definition for these terms. 

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    How Can Someone Find My Bankruptcy in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on October 16

    If you have asked around about bankruptcy, you may have heard horror stories, where so-and-so’s bankruptcy was blasted all over the local newspaper and everyone in their home town found out about it. To my knowledge, in Minnesota, there are no major newspapers who report bankruptcy filings. That being said, bankruptcy is public information and below are the most common ways someone can find out about it. 

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    BANKRUPTCY FILERS IN MINNEAPOLIS, MN

    Posted by Col Ovik on October 13

    Starting the bankruptcy process can seem like a lonely time. It can be defeating to feel like you have no other options, but the bankruptcy process is meant to provide individuals relief. And even though you may feel like no one you know has had to file bankruptcy, you may be surprised to learn all the people you know who have had to file bankruptcy in the past. 

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    Gifts Before Filing Bankruptcy in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on October 8

    Whether you are receiving a gift or have given a gift prior to filing bankruptcy, keep the following things in mind. 

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    Finding a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on October 4

    Most bankruptcy cases go extremely smoothly and you get your bankruptcy discharge without a hitch. An important factor to this, is hiring a good lawyer. 

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    WHAT IF I AM EMBARASSED TO FILE CHAPTER 7 BANKRUPTCY IN MINNEAPOLIS?

    Posted by Wesley Scott on October 1

        Life is full of ironies. We have met with thousands of Minnesotans who felt embarrassed to file Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Minneapolis. We know how you feel right now. Our former clients felt the same way you do now. But do you know what they found? They found once you get on the other side of debt, life is wonderful. 

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    To Jointly File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or Not To in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Posted by Amanda Scharber on September 30

     Just because you are married, does not mean you automatically need to file a joint bankruptcy with your spouse. 

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