Many people in Tennessee and throughout the country are gearing up for holiday celebrations with their families and friends. For some, unfortunately, the season will end with financial distress, which they may or may not be able to resolve in a swift and efficient...
Bankruptcy Law
Filing for bankruptcy may stop a foreclosure
When you bought your home in Mississippi, you may have had plans to stay there for the rest of your life. Whether you are a new homeowner or have been in the same house for decades, the house itself is no doubt one of your largest assets. If you're one of many people...
A path back to financial solvency through bankruptcy
If you are a homeowner or business owner in Mississippi who is struggling to stay afloat because of a financial crisis, you are not alone. In recent years, many people have experienced economic distress. The good news is that filing for bankruptcy is often a viable...
3 types of debt that bankruptcy will not discharge
Many people would say they have known better economic times in life that what they are experiencing now. In fact, this is a common sentiment of late in Mississippi and elsewhere. Bankruptcy can be used a valuable financial tool to help alleviate a crisis and lay the...
Toys ‘R’ Us bankruptcy case heads to trial
In Mississippi and throughout the country, many shoppers were saddened to hear that Toys ‘R’ Us was experiencing serious financial problems. Before long, news headlines on various platforms began announcing the company’s intentions to seek debt relief. Ultimately, the...
Debts to IRS come first in Chapter 13
When HHS mandates began in the mid-2000s, many people suffered financial distress due to penalties they incurred for not having health insurance. In fact, such issues sparked severe financial crises in many cases, prompting those affected to seek immediate debt...
Explore emergency foreclosure options
Nearly every Mississippi resident has encountered money problems at some point. Especially if recent years, many people have lost income or have had trouble making ends meet due to rising costs of living caused by inflation. If you’re one of many people who are...
Bankruptcy helps stop creditor harassment
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) governs the actions of debt collectors in Mississippi and beyond. Anyone who has received relentless phone calls or has experienced callers using profanity or shouting, etc., understands how stressful such situations can...
Should you file for bankruptcy to stop foreclosure?
Most adults in Mississippi understand what it is like to encounter financial challenges. It is sometimes possible to find a swift solution to a financial crisis, such as temporarily taking a second job to generate additional cash flow or finding ways to cut spending....
How bankruptcy can be beneficial
Many people struggle under the weight of seemingly insurmountable debt. Financial problems can cause a lot of stress and anxiety, and many can’t see a way out. Although a lot of people regard bankruptcy negatively and as a measure of last resort, the truth is that it...