The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit has ruled that creditors may now be required to pay the legal fees of debtors who have sued for damages in connection with a violation of an automatic stay. Previously, debtors were only permitted to do so in connection...
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Month: October 2015
Repossession numbers on the rise in some areas
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Oct 20, 2015 | Foreclosure
As Texas residents may know, while the rate of foreclosures may have dropped to earlier levels, the number of bank repossessions has gone up dramatically. According to RealtyTrac, a 66 percent increase in repossessions this year during the third quarter included over...
Misrepresentations in bankruptcy can lead to asset seizure
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Oct 15, 2015 | Bankruptcy
Texas consumers sometimes face mounting debt that becomes unmanageable and need to file for bankruptcy. While bankruptcy can provide people with a fresh financial start, a recent case out of North Carolina demonstrates the importance of fully disclosing all assets and...
Important facts about filing for bankruptcy
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Oct 9, 2015 | Bankruptcy
When bills overwhelm an individual, bankruptcy might present itself as a legal way out of financial hardship. The process, however, comes with long-term consequences and may not solve all debt problems. In Texas, a person considering bankruptcy can get counseling from...
Foreclosed homeowners getting second chances
On Behalf of Pelley Law Office LLP | Oct 1, 2015 | Foreclosure
Homeowners in Texas who are having financial problems are often worried about what will happen to their residence. In some cases, mortgage payments become overwhelming and there is concern that the bank may foreclose on the loan.Foreclosure is a real risk in...