On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | May 28, 2020 | Bankruptcy Law
Michigan residents go through a long process when deciding to file for bankruptcy. It is important to understand if this option is right for you. Once you decide that, you must choose which type of bankruptcy suits your situation. If you choose Chapter 13, you must...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | May 28, 2020 | Bankruptcy Law
There is a stigma attached to filing for bankruptcy, and where there is a stigma, there is misinformation and confusion. You may have an interest in filing for bankruptcy as a means of debt relief but are unsure how it will affect you now and in the future. We believe...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Apr 14, 2020 | Bankruptcy Law
Unfortunately, it can be inevitable for many people to fall on hard times. When Michigan residents struggle with debt, they have several different relief options. However, some of these options can provide more than just debt relief. Some options offer freedom from...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Apr 8, 2020 | Bankruptcy Law, Divorce
Some couples in Michigan need the financial freedom provided by bankruptcy. You may also no longer want to stay married. While you can file for both at the same time, it may not be in your best interest to do so. Choosing divorce first Experian recommends couples...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Aug 29, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
According to a recently published article, roughly 43 million people in the United States are carrying medical debt. This debt, like other consumer debts, is not one that is taken on because of want; it is due to a need. Unfortunately, most people struggle to meet...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Aug 22, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
Currently, there are numerous Michigan residents who have debt that they cannot repay. Their creditors are constantly hounding them for payment. Those who have found themselves in this position likely want to know how long creditors can keep coming after them. Some...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Aug 15, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
Many parents with young children at home often find themselves struggling financially. According to a recently published article, two things are affecting this particular population right now, and those things are student loans and childcare expenses. It is impossible...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Aug 8, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
If you have money problems that you are struggling to overcome, it is okay to look at all of the debt relief options that are available to you. There are several ways you can approach the situation; bankruptcy is not called for in every case. However, in certain...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Aug 4, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
A lot in life seems to be about money. One cannot live comfortably without it, and some cannot even live comfortably with it. Most Michigan residents work hard to make ends meet. Many of them still end up taking on debt with the assumption that they will pay it off...
On behalf of The Smith Law Offices, P.C. | Jul 24, 2019 | Bankruptcy Law, Firm News
Michigan residents who are struggling financially are often told by their friends and family to avoid bankruptcy at all costs. Some believe that it is the worst thing one can do. While bankruptcy law is not perfect, it does help hundreds of thousands of people every...
