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If you've had your wages garnished, you know how frustrating and stressful it can be. Not only do you have to worry about making ends meet, but you also have to deal with the added stress of a wage garnishment order....

New Process Announced to Discharge Student Loan Debt. On Thursday, November 17, 2022, the Department of Justice, in cooperation with the Department of Education, announced new guidelines to make it easier and to discharge student loans. In my opinion ....

Homeowners facing foreclosure often feel like they are up against impossible odds. Not only are they dealing with the stress of potentially losing their house, but they also have to navigate a complex legal process....

A 341 Meeting of Creditors takes place after the debtor has filed for bankruptcy. It is presided over by a representative from the U.S. Trustee's office. Creditors and their lawyers are invited to attend this session to discuss the debtor's assets and liabilities...

Credit card debts can be a burden for many Americans. If you're struggling to make ends meet, you may feel like you have nowhere to turn. But there are options available, even if you don't have any money to start with...

If you find yourself in financial trouble, you might find that bankruptcy is the best option to help you get back on your feet. In Texas, there are two common types of bankruptcy that an individual can file for: Chapters 7 and 13. Many people...

If a creditor has filed a debt collection lawsuit against you in Texas, bankruptcy may be the best way to resolve your financial troubles. Filing a bankruptcy will allow you to immediately halt any judicial proceedings currently...

People who are considering bankruptcy often feel embarrassed, scared, and worried. This alone can make the process incredibly difficult. But on top of that, you might be worried that the bankruptcy process will affect your job…

Many people worry about how filing bankruptcy in Texas will affect their property, and one question that often comes up is, “can I keep my car?” Each state permits people who file for bankruptcy to save certain “exempt” assets when filing, including motor vehicles. In fact, Texas law allows your household to exempt the total value of one car per…

When a bankruptcy is dismissed in Texas, the case is closed out without any of your debts being discharged. The dismissal process begins when the debtor, the trustee, or a creditor submits a motion to request a dismissal…