The Rising Cost of Living in Orange County and Its Impact on Consumer Debt
- posted: Mar. 15, 2026
- Chapter 7
Residents of Orange County, including people in Anaheim, are face substantially higher cost-of-living expenses and the average household. According to an analysis of home costs, utility expenses and grocery costs, the Read More
How Long Does a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Usually Take?
- posted: Oct. 15, 2025
- Chapter 7
A Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides a “fresh start” — an opportunity for individuals to wipe out most unsecured debts and move forward. One of the common questions raised by debtors Read More
What a Debtor Can Do to Stave Off Creditors’ Objections to Discharge
- posted: May 15, 2025
- Chapter 7
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is designed to give debtors a fresh start by discharging — that is, cancelling — their debts. However, this process can be frustrated if a creditor brings Read More
Why U.S. Bankruptcy Filings Rose Dramatically in 2024
- posted: Mar. 15, 2025
- Chapter 7
Bankruptcy filings experienced a significant surge in 2024, marking a major uptick from the previous year, according to a recent report from the U.S. Courts. This rise in bankruptcy cases Read More
What to Know About the Creditors’ Meeting in Your Bankruptcy Case
- posted: Feb. 15, 2025
- Chapter 7
Creditors' meetings are required in all Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. They are designed to give the bankruptcy trustee and potentially the creditors an opportunity to gather information about the debtor's Read More
Claiming Exemptions in a California Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- posted: Oct. 15, 2024
- Chapter 7,  Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is legal remedy designed to provide debtors with a fresh financial start. It lets them discharge most unsecured debts, such as credit card balances and medical bills. Read More
Debunking 10 Common Myths About Bankruptcy
- posted: Sep. 15, 2024
- Chapter 7,  Bankruptcy
Many people with crushing debt have misconceptions about bankruptcy that make them hesitant to consider it as a viable option for relief. These myths range from general fear of a Read More