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If my husband and filed for Chapter 13 about 2 years ago and we have 3 years left, can I separate from him while in this?

Given what you have written about there is nothing prventing you legally from separating …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 months ago

If I was just getting ready to file bankruptcyand my uncle died leaving me a life insurance proceeds for $28,000, do I have to claim this?

I'm not sure what you mean by "claim".  You must list all assets and …

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Mark J. Markus, Law Offices Of answered 1 year ago

Is there any way to recover money owed after a debt has been discharged?

A discharge, such as through bankruptcy, eliminates the debt; it cannot thereafter be pursued, …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

If my parents are filing bankruptcy do they still need to appear in court regarding a summons for a credit card debt?

First, be aware that unless you an attorney, you can't file Chapter 7 for …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

How can a business protect itself from someone declaring bankruptcy with a past due amount?

No, unfortunately the bankruptcy applies to all debts incurred before the date of bankruptcy; …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 years ago