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Why an Individual Debtor Might Benefit From Chapter 11
Financially distressed companies are able to utilize Chapter 11 to restructure debt and reorganize operations with the goal of regaining solvency. Although it is not commonplace, individuals can also file for bankruptcy under Chapter 11, and sometimes this is the best option. Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are the most popular bankruptcy options for individuals […]
What to Do if the Bankruptcy Trustee Tries to Dismiss Your Chapter 13 Case
The core benefit of Chapter 13 bankruptcy is that it restructures your unsecured debt into a three- to five-year repayment plan. However, you have an obligation to make those payments on time, every time. If you fall behind, the trustee in charge of your case could file a motion to dismiss if. If you are […]
How Courts Evaluate Whether to Convert a Chapter 7 to a Chapter 11
An individual seeking Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection must demonstrate a lack of disposable income to repay debts, but that isn’t the end of proving eligibility. The bankruptcy code allows a court to convert a Chapter 7 to a Chapter 11 under certain circumstances. This is typically done at the request of creditors who show they […]
What Determines the Length of Your Chapter 13 Plan?
A Chapter 13 bankruptcy, otherwise known as a wage earner’s plan, allows you to discharge your debts by repaying a portion of them over time and on more favorable terms. When you have completed the plan, the court will eliminate most or all of your remaining unsecured debts. Chapter 13 repayment plans last either three […]
How Chapter 13 Helps You Pay for Your Bankruptcy Attorney
When you are considering filing for bankruptcy protection, you have to decide whether the best option is Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Either way, the assistance of a qualified attorney is vital to a successful outcome, which raises another question. How do you pay legal fees when you’re bankrupt? The answer may lie in the […]
Using Cramdowns to Advantage in Subchapter V Bankruptcy
Subchapter V is a simplified form of Chapter 11 bankruptcy that was created to make the reorganization process more accessible to small businesses. One advantage of Subchapter V is the reduction of a company’s debts through use of a procedure known as a cramdown. Subchapter V bankruptcy has become especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic. […]