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Sept. 22, 2022

A major concern people have when filing for bankruptcy is whether they will be able to keep their house, vehicles, furniture, collectibles, and other assets. As a bankruptcy attorney who helps people understand their debt relief options, I often hear the question, “What happens to my property if I file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy?”

Aug. 17, 2022

Going through a divorce will be one of the most stressful and challenging times in your life. During this difficult period, you will have questions about the future of your home and whether you must move out permanently.

June 8, 2022

The end of a marriage can be a hostile and contentious process for many couples. Some individuals choose to hide their income and assets when going through a divorce.

May 30, 2022

Beyond being a “fault” that can end a marriage, how does infidelity figure into the consequences of divorce in areas such as alimony, custody, child support, and visitation/parenting time issues?

April 10, 2022

Marriage was a major step in your life. Divorcing after building a life together is an even bigger one.

Sept. 27, 2021

Through August 2021, there have been 10,439 personal bankruptcy filings in the state of Tennessee. These filings are split fairly evenly between liquidation plans (53%) and reorganization plans (47%), according to American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) data.

Sept. 2, 2021

If you live in Northeastern Tennessee and are considering bankruptcy for financial relief, you are not alone. In 2020, there were over 8,333 bankruptcy filings in the state. Despite lower bankruptcy filings than previous years, Tennessee still stands at 94% above average when it comes to bankruptcy cases.

Aug. 25, 2021

When I was younger, before my professional identity had taken shape, and I knew the mark I wanted to leave on this world, I met several people touched by huge financial challenges. These were good, hardworking folks who, through bad luck or careless error, found themselves struggling to make ends meet.

July 30, 2021

From January to the end of June 2021, 7,888 individuals and businesses in Tennessee sought protection under the bankruptcy code, according to the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI). More than half (55 percent) chose to liquidate everything, while the rest sought a form of reorganization to reduce their debt load and retain their possessions.