We are just over halfway through 2016. ADA lawsuits continue to be a massive problem for small business owners in California. I decided to take a look at how many ADA lawsuits Scott Johnson has filed so far this year. The number may surprise you. Scott Johnson Sues All Over Northern California Many people that […]
Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases contain many important deadlines. Chapter 13 cases can last anywhere from three to five years. The Chapter 13 Trustee issues a “notice of filed claims” after several of these Chapter 13 deadlines. Read on for more information about this critical document. Creditors Have Limited Time to File Claims in Chapter 13 Debtors […]
Debt collection lawsuits in Sacramento are common. These lawsuits can be very unsettling. The consequences of a debt collection lawsuit can be enormous. Don’t worry, there are options. Don’t Ignore a Debt Collection Lawsuit The first mistake people make when they discover a debt collection lawsuit is to panic. Worse yet, many folks decide to […]
Foreclosures are still occurring on a regular basis in the Sacramento area. Bankruptcy can be an effective way to stop a foreclosure. But only certain types of bankruptcy can help. Chapter 7 will not necessarily save your home. Read on for more information about Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and Foreclosure. The Automatic Stay Halts Foreclosure The […]
I am often asked for advice on how to rebuild credit after bankruptcy. There are no real secrets or shortcuts involved. But I can tell you one thing will make the biggest impact on your credit score after bankruptcy. Paying on Time is the Key Of all the factors that go into a credit score, […]
Not everybody knows that a significant amount of litigation occurs in the bankruptcy courts in Sacramento. I represent both debtors and creditors in these “adversary proceedings.” Have you been sued by Sheri Carello? Below is some important information for you to consider. Why am I Being Sued by Sheri Carello? Sheri Carello is a Chapter 7 bankruptcy […]
You may have heard that Donald Trump is running for President. You may have heard that he has filed a few bankruptcies in the past. What does any of this have to with my bankruptcy law practice in Sacramento? Let me tell you. Donald Trump Isn’t Afraid of his Bankruptcies I will withhold my general […]
Many of my bankruptcy clients were at some point sued by a credit card company. These lawsuits often go unanswered and result in large judgements. Judgements then turn into wage garnishments. Here are a few interesting facts about Credit Card Lawsuits in Sacramento. 1. You Don’t Need to be Personally Served People tend to move […]
2016 is another year where California businesses continue to suffer from ADA-related litigation in the state and federal courts. As I have discussed before, the real problem with the ADA are some California-specific laws. Each year there are several efforts to curtail ADA abuse in California, but no meaningful relief has been delivered yet. Or […]
Whether to keep or not keep car payments is something that I typically have to address with my bankruptcy clients. There are several options available to bankruptcy filers. This blog post will focus on situations where the debtor wishes to retain the car and payments. Be Careful After Filing Your Bankruptcy Certain bankruptcy laws make […]