06 Apr

Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Basics: What to Gather Before You Talk to a Lawyer (and Why It Matters)

• April 6, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

Thinking about bankruptcy can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re juggling bills, collection calls, or a lawsu...

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06 Apr

Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Basics: What Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Really Mean (and What to Gather Before You Ask for Help)

• April 6, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

When money is tight, “bankruptcy” can feel like a scary word. Many people picture losing everything or being judg...

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02 Apr

Bankruptcy

The Weirdest Bankruptcy Exemptions (And What You Might Be Able to Keep)

• April 2, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

When people think about filing for bankruptcy, they usually assume one thing:

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29 Mar

Bankruptcy

Are Chapter 13 Payments Higher in Some Jurisdictions? (Yes—And Here’s Why)

• March 25, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

(“Why is my friend paying $300 a month in Chapter 13… and I’m being quoted $1,200?”)

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28 Mar

Bankruptcy

Kenneth E. West: Understanding the Role and Impact of the Chapter 13 Trustee in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

• March 25, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

When individuals file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania—particularly in the Phila...

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27 Mar

FDCPA, Bankruptcy

FDCPA Litigation Is Surging Around Bankruptcy and Discharged Debts

• March 19, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

One of the most significant trends in the newest filings is the continued rise of FDCPA claims tied to bankruptcy...

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27 Mar

Bankruptcy

Scott F. Waterman: The Role of the Chapter 13 Trustee in the Reading Division of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

• March 25, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

For individuals filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy in the Reading Division of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern...

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24 Mar

Bankruptcy

Chapter 7 vs Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Key Differences + How to Choose

• March 24, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

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24 Mar

Bankruptcy

⚖️ PA Eastern Bankruptcy Court: Judge Guide

• March 24, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

(What you need to know before you walk into court—and what actually matters once you’re there)

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24 Mar

Bankruptcy

Texas Bankruptcy Exemptions: What They Are, How They Work, and Why Texas Is One of the Most Protective States in the Country

• March 24, 2026
• By AmyGinsburg

(“I heard Texas lets you keep basically everything… is that true?”) ...

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