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Divorce and Bankruptcy

Allmand Law Firm
October 12, 2009 Divorce and Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Judge Rules Obligations To Ex-Spouse Not Dischargeable

In the bankruptcy case of Blackburn, Terry; In re (Blackburn v. Blackburn), the bankruptcy judge ruled that obligations incurred through a divorce decree was not dischargeable in bankruptcy. The judge also ruled that he...

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September 28, 2009 Divorce and Bankruptcy

Marriage, Bankruptcy, and Community Property

Community property rules have positives and negatives, but if you live in Texas you have to abide by them. When the subject of marriage and bankruptcy comes up, the next thing often mentioned is...

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September 14, 2009 Divorce and Bankruptcy

Protecting Yourself Post-Divorce: Bankruptcy a Possible Solution?

If you and your spouse are thinking about getting divorced, it may be the right time to also consider filing for bankruptcy if you have a hefty amount of debt between the two of...

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September 13, 2009 Divorce and Bankruptcy

Ex-Spouse’s Claim Allowed in Bankruptcy

In the bankruptcy case of White, Terry P.; In re, the bankruptcy court overruled a debtor's objection to his ex-wife's claim. The details of the bankruptcy case: "When the debtor and his wife divorced,...

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September 8, 2009 Divorce and Bankruptcy

Texas State-Specific: Bankruptcy and Divorce

Dealing With Bankruptcy and Divorce in Texas Divorce can often be a big factor when people are making the tough decision whether or not to file for bankruptcy.  Sometimes, divorce is the cause of...

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August 5, 2009 Divorce and Bankruptcy

Reveal Your Intention to File Bankruptcy During Divorce

Bankruptcy and divorce can become very complicated, leaving some debtors unable to discharge certain debts if they fail to work with experienced and competent counsel. One of the reoccurring issues related to bankruptcy and...

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July 15, 2009 Divorce and Bankruptcy

Help! My ex-Spouse Maxed Out My Credit Card

Divorce and finances can be a messy mix. Often after a divorce one spouse is left cleaning up the financial mess made by the other. But what should you do when an ex-spouse maxes...