Loving Time with My Loved Ones
Those days or weeks where I am starting to feel the stress creeping up on me, the quickest way for me to reset my mind is to spend time with the people I love the most. Spending time with my kids [...]
Are you at risk of losing your job for filing Bankruptcy?
It's a common concern for individuals considering bankruptcy—whether or not their employer can fire them for filing. The short answer is: No, your employer cannot legally fire you for filing bankruptcy. Here's why: Legal Protection Against Employment Discrimination Federal law protects employees [...]
What Bankruptcy Options Are Available to You? Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Chapter 20?
When it comes to bankruptcy, consumers have several options depending on their financial situation and goals. The most common types are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, but there is also a strategy sometimes referred to as Chapter 20, which combines the benefits [...]
Getting My Hands Dirty
When I started to think about what I could share with others dealing with stress, I thought when is a time I feel my best? I realized I feel accomplished, at ease, peaceful after I have been gardening. It is my [...]
How Can Bankruptcy Help Reinstate a Suspended License?
Introduction: Get Back Behind the Wheel Is your suspended driver’s license causing stress and limiting your ability to get to work, school, or care for your family? The good news is that bankruptcy might offer a path to reinstate your license, [...]
Bankruptcy Knowledge: 10 Things You Should Never Do Before Filing
Protect Your Fresh Start Bankruptcy can offer a much-needed fresh start, helping you eliminate debt and regain financial control. However, success in bankruptcy isn’t just about what you do—it’s also about what you don’t do. Making the wrong moves before or during [...]
Will the Trustee Come to My Home During Bankruptcy in Kansas City?
What Happens to Your Property in Bankruptcy? Filing for bankruptcy can bring a lot of questions and concerns, especially about your personal property. Many people worry about whether the bankruptcy trustee will visit their home or seize their belongings. Here’s the good [...]
Is My Social Security Income Protected from Creditors?
A Lifeline for Those Living on Social Security Living paycheck to paycheck on Social Security income can feel overwhelming, especially when creditors start calling. You might wonder, Can they take my Social Security? The good news is that Social Security income is [...]
What to Do If You Receive an Order for a Hearing in Aid in Execution of Judgment in Kansas
When the Sheriff Comes Knocking Life happens—job loss, illness, or simply the rising cost of living—and bills pile up faster than you can manage. Ignoring collection calls and letters might seem like the easiest solution in the moment, but then one day, [...]
Understanding Proof of Claim in a Bankruptcy Case
What Is a Proof of Claim? A Proof of Claim is a standardized form used in bankruptcy cases, allowing creditors to declare the amount of money they believe they are owed. Filing this form is essential for creditors who want to receive [...]
