Texas is one of the few states in the country that generally don't allow the garnishment of wages for collection of consumer debts. But there are major exceptions where garnishments CAN occur, including: child support and alimony federal taxes student loans if your employer is out of state a judgment against you was entered in another … [Read more...]
What-You-Can-keep-In-A-Texas-Bankruptcy
January 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
When considering bankruptcy you are understandably concerned with what property you may keep. By understanding what exemptions are available to you in a bankruptcy it can help you take the necessary steps to resolve your financial situation. In Texas, federal and state exemptions are available to bankruptcy filers. On certain exemptions there are … [Read more...]
Garland-Consumer-Bankruptcy-Lawyers
December 7, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Although you aren’t required to hire a Texas bankruptcy lawyer to file for bankruptcy it is a good idea to consult with an experienced lawyer to better understand your situation. While there are countless books and websites that that offer advice on how to handle a bankruptcy by yourself, neither books nor websites can evaluate your set of … [Read more...]
Consumer-Vs-Commercial-Bankruptcy
October 4, 2011 by Leave a Comment
If you own or operate a business, and you are struggling to pay your bills, you may be considering a personal or business bankruptcy petition. You may be uncertain of the options available to you, and whether your interests will best be served by a consumer or commercial bankruptcy. This blog post identifies the different options in personal and … [Read more...]
