Long Island Bankruptcy Law Blog
Personal bankruptcy provides a fresh start
Many people have faced difficult economic times in the past decade. Since the Great Recession, many individuals in New York have found it hard to ...
Read MoreCredit card debt piling up for many in early 2016
By this time, many Long Island residents will be receiving their credit card statements reflecting their spending over the holidays. Unfortunately, some will find that ...
Read MoreDebt relief and mortgage scams to watch out for
Bankruptcy has provided many Long Island residents with much-needed debt relief over the years. It’s possible in some situations to pursue non-bankruptcy remedies that also ...
Read MoreBankruptcies down but continue to provide options
The latest statistics from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court show that the number of bankruptcy filings in New York has continued to fall. In western New ...
Read MoreLegal options when facing foreclosure
Families in danger of losing their home, especially during the holidays and into the New Year, may be going through significant stress and strain. A ...
Read MoreLong Island juice chain revived after filing for Chapter 7
Many Long Island residents were saddened by the news last fall that the Organic Avenue chain of juice shops was apparently going out of business. ...
Read MoreThe CARD Act: by the numbers
The CARD Act, as we discussed last week here on our Long Island bankruptcy law blog, made a number of changes intended to protect consumers. ...
Read MoreHow does the CARD Act protect consumers?
Many Long Island residents struggling with debt feel as if credit card companies have all the power. And for a long time, it’s true, their ...
Read MoreThe need for debt relief remains as bankruptcy filings are down
There are a number of options, including bankruptcy options, available for individuals struggling with debt to be aware of. Though bankruptcy filings in the western ...
Read MoreWhat are the personal bankruptcy options?
Overwhelming debt can be a significant and stressful struggle for individuals facing it. Fortunately, the legal process provides different options and remedies for those struggling ...
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