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What every Colorado resident should do before walking into a bankruptcy courthouse — from a former U.S. Bankruptcy Trustee.

Understanding Colorado Bankruptcy Exemptions If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy in Colorado, understanding state-specific exemptions is crucial. These exemptions determine what property you can keep during Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Colorado opts out of federal exemptions, meaning residents must use the state’s generous protections for homes, vehicles, retirement accounts, and more. Attorney Martin…

Are you struggling with overwhelming debt in Denver, Colorado? Searching for a “Denver bankruptcy attorney near me” can be the first step toward regaining control of your financial future. Bankruptcy offers a legal path to relieve the burden of unmanageable debts, stop creditor harassment, and protect your assets. At Long & Long, our experienced bankruptcy…

The first thing you must do when a debt collector calls is to inquire if indeed they are the creditor themselves–such as the actual doctor’s office or hospital business office itself.

The Means Test Requirement for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy This  Chapter 7 Bankruptcy page sheds light on the intricacies of bankruptcy laws and proceedings, specifically focusing on the parameters of Chapter 7. Central to understanding this kind of bankruptcy is discussing the ‘means test,’ which is a determining factor for qualifying for Chapter 7. This test…

Learn The Steps in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Remember to consult with a competent attorney by hiring LONG & LONG. Get an understanding of bankruptcy and a smooth navigation of the bankruptcy process. Our law firm is well-versed in helping clients through these steps and can provide the necessary guidance. Call now at 303-832-2655!

One of the best bankruptcy protections afforded a debtor from his or her creditors is the automatic stay. In what ways does the automatic stay stop creditor actions and when does it not protect the debtor? Debtor Protection Under the Automatic Stay Once the bankruptcy case is filed an automatic stay under 11 U.S.C. §362…

What are the effects of social security benefits in a bankruptcy proceeding? That depends on whether you are filing a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Effects of Social Security Benefits in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy In Colorado, and elsewhere, social security benefits are exempt in a bankruptcy proceeding. This means the Chapter…

The ability to keep your car or truck in bankruptcy is often a major consideration when filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. A dependable vehicle is often essential to keeping a job or getting the kids to school. Fortunately, in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you can almost always keep your car or truck…

Farmers may have an alternative to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation, Chapter 13 adjustment of debts, or a Chapter 11 reorganization of debts. The alternative is Chapter 12, an adjustment of debt for a family farmer. Qualifications of a Chapter 12 Family Farmer (Non-Individual) Chapter 12 of the Bankruptcy Code includes both family farmers and…