by Edward R. Brinkmann Jr., Esq. | Sep 23, 2025 | Bankruptcy, Consumer Issues
Bankruptcy is a legal process that helps people who can’t pay their debts. The rules are the same across the country. It doesn’t matter if you file in New Jersey or Utah—it works the same way. There are two main types of bankruptcy for individuals or married couples:...
by CJLS | Jan 14, 2022 | Bankruptcy, Consumer Issues
It’s a new year, and you want a fresh start. You have a ton of medical bills, credit card debt, car note, utility bills, and other expenses that you would like to dispose of, but you are not sure how to do it. If this is you, then filing bankruptcy is one of your best...
by Edward Brinkmann, Esq. | Oct 6, 2015 | Bankruptcy
The purpose of bankruptcy is to help people with a lot of debt make a fresh financial start. The most common reasons people file for bankruptcy are family breakup, unpayable medical bills, and job loss. Federal laws govern bankruptcy proceedings. This means a...