On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Apr 23, 2018 | Bankruptcy
If a Mississippi resident is having trouble paying down his or her debt, it may make sense to think about filing for bankruptcy. By taking this step, an individual can obtain a stay of creditor contact and certain actions such as wage garnishment. However, the...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Apr 20, 2018 | Chapter 13
Mississippi residents who find themselves with debts they cannot afford to pay have the option of voluntary bankruptcy. A voluntary filing means that a debtor chooses to file for bankruptcy without being petitioned to do so by a creditor. While bankruptcy can wipe out...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Apr 10, 2018 | Debt Relief
Injuries and illnesses too often impose financial hardship on people in Mississippi. In addition to the physical pain, medical bills quickly absorb savings and force people to use their credit cards. The Commonwealth Fund reported that about one-third of consumers...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Apr 3, 2018 | Blog
Financial calamity is sometimes unavoidable. Unfortunately, something may happen in your life that leaves you struggling to make ends meet. If you are racking up debt and are considering filing for bankruptcy, you are not alone. Millions of people declare bankruptcy...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Apr 2, 2018 | Bankruptcy
People in Mississippi who are considering bankruptcy might wonder if they will be able to recover financially. One study by Lending Tree found that three years after a bankruptcy, people applying for a mortgage without a bankruptcy on average only paid about 19 bps...
