Insights on Consumer and Commerical Bankruptcy in Oregon
Chapter 7
STUDENT LOAN DEBT AND BANKRUPTCY
April 27, 2021 - Student loans cannot be discharged (avoided) in bankruptcy. That is the general rule. However, under some circumstances, student loans might be avoided or reduced if it can be proven that paying all or a portion of the loans would create a hardship Read More
Chapter 11
BANKRUPTCY FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS
March 10, 2021 - Small business owners have several options in Bankruptcy to either stay in business by reorganizing the business finances, or to pursue the closure of the business more gracefully than an abrupt closing of the doors. Read More
Chapter 7
Can Bankruptcy Stop an Eviction
Feb. 18, 2021 - In this climate of shut downs and stay at home orders, an incredible number of renters have been forced to take advantage of the eviction moratoriums issued by the federal and state governments. Read More
Chapter 7
Foreclosure and Bankruptcy
Feb. 18, 2021 - If negotiations with the mortgage lender falter, it is important that the property owner be familiar with the available bankruptcy options to eliminate the debt, or to obtain the time necessary to make up the delinquent payments to retain the property. Read More