When a person files Chapter 7 bankruptcy, they often have to give up some property in order to receive financial relief. However, many people do not realize that they can file under Chapter 7 and still keep many kinds of personal property. With a strong legal strategy...
Month: March 2020
Honored to speak at the Allegheny County Bar Association 32nd Annual Bankruptcy Symposium
I was honored to be invited to speak on a panel that included The Honorable Thomas P. Argesti, United States Bankruptcy Judge, W.D. PA, Jill Locnikar, Assistant U.S. Attorney, and Keri Ebeck, Esquire on December 6, 2019, at the Allegheny County Bar Association 32nd...
Saving the car during uncertain times
Having a car is more of a necessity than a luxury in a lot of places in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately vehicles are expensive, and very few people can afford to purchase one outright. This means the average person has to take out an auto loan when getting a car. As the...
Consumer debt makes saving the home a priority
Most adults in Pennsylvania have at least some consumer debt. This includes things like credit card balances, medical bills and student loans, but excludes mortgages and auto loans. But carrying consumer debt can actually complicate a homeowner's ability to keep up...