Yes.
If they are seeking relief with respect to property, then yes.
In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, a person filing for relief is called a
No, unless you get relief from stay from the bankruptcy court.
Sometimes Chapter 13 debtors need or want to convert their bankruptcy case from a Chapter 13 to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. And sometimes the bankruptcy court will force you to convert from Chapter 13 to Chapter 7 - this is often called a "forced conversion." The reasons for conversions vary. For the most part, if you are instigating the conversion, you have a right to convert your case. But that doesn't always mean you'll qualify for Chapter 7 relief.
Generally, it means a bankruptcy prepared by an attorney who also represents you in the 341 meeting required by the bankruptcy law. In a Chapter 7, it usually does not include representation in motions for relief from stay, objections to discharge and other possible responses to the bankruptcy. Chapter 13s usually require more services, and cost a lot more.
Bankruptcy is a court proceeding under a federal statute called the "Bankruptcy Code". The Bankruptcy Code allows persons or other entities in financial distress relief from some or all of that person's debt. Bankruptcies are administered through a separate federal court called the United States Bankruptcy Court. There are several types of bankruptcies. For individuals, the two main types of bankruptcy filings are cases under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. Chapter 7 cases are also referred to as "liquidation" cases. Chapter 13 cases are commonly referred to as "debt adjustment" or "wage earner" cases. Individuals can also be eligible for Chapter 11 reorganization, but Chapter 11 is normally used by debtors in business or debtors with extremely high amounts of debt. Farmers can also file a separate type of bankruptcy available only to farmers under Chapter 12 of the Bankruptcy Code. The word "Chapter" is simply a reference to a chapter number in the Bankruptcy Code. Bankruptcy is a court proceeding under a federal statute called the "Bankruptcy Code". The Bankruptcy Code allows persons or other entities in financial distress relief from some or all of that person's debt. Bankruptcies are administered through a separate federal court called the United States Bankruptcy Court. There are several types of bankruptcies. For individuals, the two main types of bankruptcy filings are cases under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. Chapter 7 cases are also referred to as "liquidation" cases. Chapter 13 cases are commonly referred to as "debt adjustment" or "wage earner" cases. Individuals can also be eligible for Chapter 11 reorganization, but Chapter 11 is normally used by debtors in business or debtors with extremely high amounts of debt. Farmers can also file a separate type of bankruptcy available only to farmers under Chapter 12 of the Bankruptcy Code. The word "Chapter" is simply a reference to a chapter number in the Bankruptcy Code.
That's a pretty good indicator of their intent.
Its bankruptcy filing was largely due to the decline in housing and mortgage markets. It did receive $2.3 billion in Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) funds but was ultimately not enough for the firm to avoid bankruptcy.
You file an objection to the motion for relief.
All Bankruptcy is done under federal law.There is an entire system of courts..The US Bankruptcy Courts, that hears all cases.There are many different circuits of the courts...and some have solightly different procedures/definitions they operate under than others.ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC INFO:You would want to file bankruptcy if you are overwhelmed by debt and harassed by creditors. If you are unable to pay your bills you may be eligible for relief under Chapter 7, Chapter 13, or Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
The World Religious Travel Association filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 7 of the Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Colorado on Jan. 7, 2011.
No.