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Can creditors still call me if I have filed for Bankruptcy?

Wednesday, September 21, 2011 by S. Scott Allums

Once a debtor files for relief under the Bankruptcy Code, the automatic stay goes into effect immediately.  If a creditor contacts you without your attorney's permission, then that creditor might have violated the automatic stay and may be subject to sanctions by the court.  If this happens to you, you should contact you attorney immediately.

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Topic: Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Bessemer

Friday, July 15, 2011 by S. Scott Allums

If you are an individual or a sole proprietor of a business, you can file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy to pay off all or part of your debts over three to five years.  Declaring Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a good option if you have either significant assets that you do not wish to liquidate or non-dischargeable debts that you must continue paying.... Read More
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Topic: Bankruptcy
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