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Credit Card Reform in Action: An animated ode to the Credit CARD Reform Act

You may have recently heard news about the Credit CARD Reform Act of 2009.  It just went into effect on February 22, 2010 and is intended to provide various protections to consumers to combat the wily tricks of the credit … Continue reading

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What happens at a 341 Meeting of Creditors in Connecticut?

One of the first things that happens in a bankruptcy case in Connecticut after the debtor has filed a petition, is a “Meeting of Creditors,” also know as a “341 Meeting” which refers to Section 341 of the Bankruptcy Code. What … Continue reading

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Melchionne Connecticut Bankruptcy Round-up 01.24.09

I thought it might be of interest to readers to take a look at relevant bankruptcy news in Connecticut for the past week or so. 1.  Personal bankruptcies easing after dramatic increase in ’09 (theDay.com) Connecticut saw 8,618 bankruptcies last … Continue reading

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How big is my “household” and why does the Bankruptcy Court care?

If you file for bankruptcy in Connecticut or anywhere else, then one piece of information you need to know is your “household size.” Why is household size so important?  Because of the Means Test. Under the Means Test, you can … Continue reading

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“Winter Debts” – a haiku from Bankruptcy Bill

In the wake of Christmas and related spending, I thought it might be appropriate to share a recent bankruptcy haiku from Bankruptcy Bill. From winter debts on Brown branches seeking fresh start A cherry blossom To get your own fresh … Continue reading

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What’s a “free initial consultation” like?

At the end of each of my blog posts, I include an invitation to contact me for a free initial consultation. So I thought you might be curious to know a little more about what happens at this initial consultation. … Continue reading

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What should I bring when I meet with my bankruptcy lawyer in Connecticut?

So you’ve made an appointment to meet with your bankruptcy lawyer to discuss your financial situation.  And you find yourself wondering, “Do I need to bring anything?  And if so, what should I bring to my meeting with my bankruptcy … Continue reading

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Bankruptcy Bill’s Bankruptcy Song Contest!

You may have already come across the Bankruptcy Bill and BAPCPA Man cartoons either on a previous post this blog or elsewhere. Well, now the site may also be the best source for bankruptcy songs as well.  That’s right, bankruptcy … Continue reading

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Preparing to file for bankruptcy in Connecticut? Don’t do these 15 things

If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy in Connecticut, it’s important to be prepared.  There are some things you need to do in advance.  And just as importantly, there are some things you SHOULD NOT DO when preparing to file for … Continue reading

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Is it ok to do “pre-bankruptcy planning”?

Yes, there are many things you can and should do to plan ahead if you intend to file for bankruptcy in Connecticut.  There are also a number of things you should not do if you are planning to file for … Continue reading

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