On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jan 29, 2019 | Debt Relief
Mississippi residents have helped Americans as a whole generate a total of over $1 trillion in credit card debt. Those who want to pay off that debt have several options to do so. However, the best option may be to start with the credit card that has the highest...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jan 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Going into debt is a normal part of life for most Americans. Significant purchases such as a house or car usually require loans. Emergencies happen, medical or otherwise, and you may have to max out your credit cards. The causes of debt are numerous. As the numbers...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jan 26, 2019 | Uncategorized
Perhaps you are about to petition for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy protection. Within a few weeks of your filing date, you must attend the 341 meeting. This is sometimes called the meeting of creditors, but there is another aspect to it: The 341 meeting...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jan 22, 2019 | Chapter 7
In most circumstances, it is not possible to discharge student loans through bankruptcy. However, some Mississippi debtors may be able to discharge them if a few factors are in place. These rules apply to both private and federal loans. The borrower must be able to...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jan 16, 2019 | Chapter 7
Various problems, like job loss, a medical crisis or a death in the family, could motivate Mississippi consumers to pursue bankruptcy when their income cannot keep up with debt payments. About two-thirds of the non-business bankruptcies filed by individuals fall under...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jan 8, 2019 | Chapter 13
Overall, the nation’s economy is in relatively good shape. This means that unemployment rates are down throughout much of Mississippi and the rest of the United States. However, there is a somewhat new phenomenon that is showing a darker financial picture for...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jan 3, 2019 | Debt Relief
Many people living in Mississippi have concerns about credit card debt. While credit cards can be a useful tool in managing personal finances, consumers will sometimes run up balances that can be difficult to manage or pay off. In fact, a recent study has shown that...
