Carron Nicks

Attorney · Tulane University School of Law

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How Long Will My Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case Last?
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a relatively quick process, and you can expect your case to last four to five months. This timeline, however, varies depending on your assets, litigation, and more.
If You Receive an Inheritance During Your Bankruptcy Case
If you receive an inheritance after filing for bankruptcy, it might become part of your bankruptcy estate. Learn what happens to inheritances in Chapters 7 and 13.
Car Repossessions and Auto Loan Charge Offs
If you default on your car loan, you can almost always expect the lender to repossess the vehicle. If, after a car repossession, you still owe money pursuant to the loan, the lender may go after you for the money.
How to File Bankruptcy and Keep Your Car
Whether you keep your vehicle in bankruptcy will depend on whether you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, whether you’re behind on your car payment, and whether you can protect all of the vehicle equity with a bankruptcy exemption.
I paid off some student loans with a credit card. Can I discharge them in bankruptcy?
Find out why transferring student loan balances to a credit card and eliminating the credit card debt in bankruptcy isn’t a sound tactic for handling student loan debt.
Car Repossession: What Is the Difference Between Reinstatement and Redemption?
Learn about redemption and reinstatement after vehicle repossession, the difference between the two, and whether those options will be available to you.
Can I File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy If I Live With My Parents
Before receiving debt relief in Chapter 7, you must fully disclose your finances. If you file for Chapter 7 while living with your parents, you might have to include their income and expenses in your paperwork.
My car was repossessed after I filed for bankruptcy. What can I do?
Suppose you file bankruptcy and several days later discover your car, van, SUV, motorcycle, or truck is missing. Fortunately, most creditors will release the car right away after you notify them. Learn more.
What Happens if I File a Lawsuit in the Middle of My Chapter 13 Case?
Learn why you must disclose a lawsuit filing to the court and the bankruptcy trustee and why you might need to pay more into your Chapter 13 plan.
Wiping Out Government Fines and Tickets in Bankruptcy
Learn why your ability to eliminate a government fine, penalty, or ticket in bankruptcy depends on the government's intent on issuing the fine.
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