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Three Things You Need to Know Before Filing for Bankruptcy
Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

Filing for bankruptcy does not necessarily mean you are an irresponsible person or an untrustworthy consumer. In fact, studies conducted at the National Bureau of Economic Research found that even those well-paid Tampa Bay ball players you love were filing shortly after they retired their jerseys (actually, more than 78% of them). The reason behind…

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When filing bankruptcy do I have to sign a reaffirmation agreement?
Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

During a bankruptcy filing, most people wish to keep their home and vehicle. In some cases, secured creditors will ask people filing bankruptcy to sign a reaffirmation agreement. In nearly all cases, this is not a good idea for a number of reasons. What is a reaffirmation agreement? Reaffirmation agreements are in effect an agreement…

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Yes, Florida in the Ponzi scheme news again!
Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

Are you surprised to see Mr. Ponzi again? Didn’t think so – this IS Florida after all. As reported by Jim Schoettler of at the Florida Times Union in Jacksonville reported, Scott Hall, 50, stood before Corrigan and promised to somehow find a way to earn a living and pay his victim’s back once he’s…

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Bankruptcy: It Can Happen to Anyone
Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

I bet that up until this point, you haven’t given much thought to the financial security of celebrities. I also bet that a recent article in the Washington Post reporting on the bankruptcy rates of NFL players may change your mind. According to the research, football players are just as likely to file for bankruptcy…

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The Difficulties of Discharging Student Loan Debt With Bankruptcy
Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

Recently, President Obama proposed the idea of making student loan discharge through bankruptcy easier for millions of people who can’t make their payments. Soon after, thirteen U.S. Senators introduced the Fairness for Struggling Students Act of 2015 which places private student loans on the same level as other forms of consumer debt. Although less than…

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Judge's Ruling Regarding General Motors 2009 Bankruptcy To Impact Ignition Switch Cases
Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

An April 15 ruling by a federal bankruptcy judge clarifies the impact of General Motors’ 2009 bankruptcy proceedings upon legal claims pertaining to faulty ignition switches. Details of the Ruling Judge Frank Gerber, of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Manhattan, was responsible for the ruling. He also presided over GM’s bankruptcy proceeding in 2009. Essentially,…

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How do I know which chapter of bankruptcy to file?
Savage Villoch Law, PLLC

Bankruptcy is very complicated, and you should consult with an experienced and skilled bankruptcy attorney about your debt relief options. People with primarily consumer (not business debts) can file bankruptcy under either Chapters 7, 11, or 13 of the bankruptcy code. You must elect one chapter to proceed under at the very beginning of your…

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