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What is automatic stay?

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The automatic stay is a provision under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code prohibiting creditors from beginning or continuing proceedings for collecting owed amounts from a company or individual who files for bankruptcy. It is a court order and a creditor who violates the automatic stay could be held liable for fines, damages and attorney fees.

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Automatic stay prevents creditors from taking any action to collect on debts.


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