Author Archives: David M. Siegel

How does a Chapter13 Bankruptcy plan actually work?

A Chapter13 plan is a very complicated mathematical computation which is why you should always have an attorney when filing Chapter 13.  A Chapter13 plan is determined by three factors, your income, your expenses and your assets.  The court only will approve a Chapter13 bankruptcy if you can afford it which is why it’s such […]

Can I put my student loans in my bankruptcy filing?

Chapter 7 bankruptcy, known as the fresh start bankruptcy, is a way to get out of debt.  However, student loans are not eliminated under a Chapter 7 except in extreme hardship cases.  In my experience, an extreme hardship case is almost impossible to find.  You must be in a position where you can no longer […]

What Are The Advantages Of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is advantageous to a consumer because it offers a “fresh start”. Throughout a consumer’s lifetime, bills are accrued by means of credit cards, medical visits, automobile purchases, etc. Through a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, a debtor can ultimately be discharged from these obligations, which is known as the “fresh start”. Furthermore, there […]