Cara O'Neill

Attorney · University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law

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Funds Exempt From a Bank Account Seizure
Find out how to stop a bank account levy or garnishment by filing an exemption claim, asserting an error, filing for bankruptcy, or proving the funds are needed to support your family.
How Will Bankruptcy Affect My Child Support Obligations?
You cannot discharge child support debt in Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Will Having Lots of Home Equity Affect My Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
If you have significant equity in your house that is not exempt in bankruptcy, it could increase your Chapter 13 plan payment.
Tax Debts in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Whether you can get rid of tax debts in Chapter 13 bankruptcy depends on whether it is a priority or nonpriority debt.
Income Tax Debt in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Most tax debts won't be wiped out by Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but some older tax obligations might.
How Do Bankruptcy Trustees Get Paid?
Learn about Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy trustee fees and other compensation.
Can Bankruptcy Eliminate a Car Loan Deficiency After Repossession?
If your car is repossessed, you could be responsible for paying back a deficiency. Learn how to get rid of a deficiency by filing for Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy.
How to Prepare a Simple Profit and Loss Statement
You'll use a profit and loss statement to document business or self-employment income. Use the easy-to-follow instructions and sample P&L to create a profit and loss statement that fits your needs.
Bankruptcy for Small Business Owners: An Overview
An introduction to the various options small business owners have to file for bankruptcy protection, and the pros and cons of each.
What Happens to Debts Incurred After Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Debts you incur after you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy (post-petition debts) are not discharged.