On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Oct 31, 2019 | Uncategorized
Bankruptcy can be a beneficial tool when you utilize it properly. Also, in order to reap the benefits, you must complete all necessary aspects of the process. Therefore, it can be helpful to understand the key aspects of the bankruptcy process before you begin....
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Sep 25, 2019 | Uncategorized
Many people struggle to pay their debts and living expenses each month because of health issues. Missing days at work can mean a much smaller paycheck for those who do not have sick leave. In some cases, filing bankruptcy may be the answer to lowering the number of...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Aug 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
Many people will end up filing for bankruptcy before the end of 2019, and research suggests many of those will come from the South. Mississippi has one of the highest divorce rates in the country, with 4.25 bankruptcies occurring for every 10,000 residents,...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jul 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Studies show finances as a strong catalyst for divorce in today’s society. For those in severe financial strains, bankruptcy may be a beneficial consideration. However, both divorce and bankruptcy have specific protocols that can affect each other. It...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jul 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
Despite its many benefits, bankruptcy, unfortunately, comes with a negative connotation, which may make you hesitant to file. You want to try to protect your reputation with both loved ones and future creditors. As you have explored other options, one you may have...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Jun 26, 2019 | Uncategorized
The decision to declare bankruptcy is not an easy one to make. Once you have chosen to commit to the process, it is normal to have a lot of questions about this unfamiliar undertaking. You may already understand the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | May 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
Making the decision to file for bankruptcy in Mississippi is not one you should make lightly. Nor should you wait too long to file. Though you may have ambivalent feelings about your financial situation and at times feel that things are not as bad as they may seem,...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Apr 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
Credit card debt is one of the most pervasive forms of debt in American society. In 2017, the total amount of credit card debt in the country exceeded $1 trillion. The average adult in the United States has over $6,000 in debt from credit cards. Filing for...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Apr 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
Filing for bankruptcy can be a powerful tool to aid people in gaining a firm financial standing. For this reason, more people are considering this option. For those who own a home, there are a few ways that a chapter 13 bankruptcy may affect you. In...
On behalf of O'Brien Law Firm, LLC | Mar 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
As someone who has decided to file for bankruptcy, you may have done so in an attempt to stop the seemingly constant onslaught of phone calls from debt collectors. Such calls can prove, at best, a nuisance, and you may also have concerns about how it looks to have...
