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What is Exempt Property in a Nebraska Bankruptcy Case?
Exempt property is property that is protected by law from the claims of creditors. In Nebraska bankruptcy cases, property may be exempt under state law....
Effect of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy on Other Legal Proceedings
If you’re being sued in court over unpaid debts, it’s important to understand how filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy grants relief from many types of...
Effect of Bankruptcy on Legal or Civil Rights
Filing a Chapter 7 case is not a criminal offense. A person does not lose any civil or constitutional rights by filing. Effect of Bankruptcy on...
Dealing with Unsecured Creditors in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
When you file for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you may encounter a number of unfamiliar terms. One of these is an unsecured creditor. An unsecured...
Debt Collection Attempts After Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
When a Chapter 7 discharge is granted, the court enters an order prohibiting creditors from later attempting to collect any discharged debt from the person...
Discrimination Due to Bankruptcy Filing
Filing for bankruptcy is a difficult decision, but you do not need to worry about discrimination after filing for Chapter 7 protection. It is illegal...
Chapter 7 Means Testing
Unfortunately, being in debt doesn’t automatically mean you can file for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Means testing is used to determine eligibility. How Means Testing...
Chapter 7 Public Records
When a Chapter 7 case is filed, it becomes a public record and the names of the persons filing may be published by some credit...
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Your Credit Score
Bankruptcy provides a fresh start when you’re dealing with overwhelming debt, but it will have a negative impact on your credit score. The size of...
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Criteria
Determining which type of bankruptcy to file can be tricky. Chapter 7 is the most common type of bankruptcy in Nebraska, but this does not...
Chapter 7 Discharge and Co-Signer Liability
If you have joint debts or loans that involve a co-signer, it’s important to consider how bankruptcy will affect these obligations. A Chapter 7 discharge...
The Best Time to File a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Nebraska
Timing is everything when it comes to a bankruptcy filing. If you plan carefully, you can maximize the assets you are allowed to keep while...