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To find out if one is able to file for bankruptcy, one should seek information from a lawyer or someone familiar with bankruptcy. Another option is to visit WikiHow's website.

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Q: How can one find out if one is able to file for bankruptcy?
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You owe your sister money can you file bankruptcy on that loan?

If you file bankruptcy, you file bankruptcy on everything. You can not file bankruptcy on one loan.


Where can one find information about bankruptcy filings?

One can find information about bankruptcy filings on government websites. It depends on where your country is and all the instructions of how to file bankruptcy will be listed in steps for you.


Can you ever file bankruptcy again if dismissed with predjudice?

You can file again after 180 days. If the dismissal with prejudice was for fraud or perjury or similar reasons, you may be able to file a new bankruptcy, but you may not be able to discharge any debt included in this one dismissed with prejudice. Consult an experienced local bankruptcy lawyer.


Can you file bankruptcy for lawyer fees?

You cannot file a bankruptcy directed at one single debt.


How does one file for chapter 7 bankruptcy?

The first step is to talk with a bankruptcy attorney, then fill out the appropriate paperwork and file it with a bankruptcy court.


Bankruptcy if married can one spouse file bankruptcy independently from the other Is the one spouse then held responsible for the first spouse's debts if bankruptcy Is filed?

One spouse can file bankruptcy separately and both are held responsible.


Do you have to file bankruptcy?

It is beneficial to have all bills/documents relating to BK when you file. The court realizes, however, that things get lost or misplaced. The filer should make a real attempt to supply all the necessary documents for the trustee. Any debts which cannot be proven to the satisfaction of the trustee, could be excluded.


Where does one go filing for bankruptcy?

You have to find an attorney that specializes in that type of law. You have to file papers, through a court to declare bankruptcy, so look through your phone book, and find a good attorney.


Where can you find a free bankruptcy lawyer?

You are not going to find a free bankruptcy lawyer, but you may find a cheap one. Another thing you can do is get all the forms, fill them out, and file them youself. That would cut the cost or find a paralegal to help you do the forms. Go to your local bookstore and find the self help bankruptcy books.


Do you keep your car after you file bankruptcy?

It depends, usually after you file bankruptcy they take all your vehicles but one of them so that way you have one vehicle to get back and forth for emergencies. When you file bankruptcy and have a job, they usually limit the amount of money coming into your household too.


If your unpaid tickets went to a collection agency can you file bankruptcy?

While you may well be able to file BK, (which is for everything you own and everything you owe - one used to pay the other), there are several items you do not have to give up and some that cannot be cleared. Fines and things like tickets are not able to be discharged in bankruptcy.


How often can one file bankruptcy for businesses?

The first step in filing bankruptcy for any business is to speak with a bankruptcy lawyer. There are many different types of bankruptcies and one needs to know which one to file before anything else can be done.