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What Can Delay Completion of a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?
Chapter 11 bankruptcy allows a financially struggling business to get back on its feet by reorganizing its debts. But there is no definitive timeline for the Chapter 11 process. Depending on numerous factors, winding up a reorganization plan can take anywhere from six months to five years or even longer. There are multiple procedural stages […]
What Can Your Creditors Take if You File for Bankruptcy?
For those in financial distress, bankruptcy provides a means of eliminating overwhelming debt and starting fresh. One question people considering bankruptcy protection often ask is: will I lose all my possessions? The short answer is no. There are limits to what creditors can take, since certain property may be declared exempt from their claims. There […]