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Can I File For Bankruptcy While A Civil Lawsuit Is Filed: A Practical Guide

March 18, 2026

Yes, you absolutely can file for bankruptcy while a civil lawsuit is filed against you. In fact, it's a common and powerful strategy to protect your financial future. Think of it as hitting a legal…

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How Do Bankruptcy Lawyers Get Paid In Georgia

March 17, 2026

When you’re thinking about bankruptcy, one of the first questions is always about the cost. How in the world are you supposed to pay a lawyer when money is already the problem? It’s a fair…

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Do Employers Have To Notify Employees Wage Garnishment Georgia: 2026 Guide

March 16, 2026

Let's get straight to the point: do employers have to notify employees about wage garnishment in Georgia? The short answer is no. Under Georgia law, your employer doesn’t have to give you a separate heads-up…

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What Is Cram Down In Bankruptcy: A Georgia Debtor’s Guide

March 15, 2026

A cram down is one of the most powerful tools you have in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. It can force a lender to reduce your loan balance to match the property's current value. It basically…

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What Happens to Your Bank Account When You File For Bankruptcy in Georgia?

It’s common to worry about what will happen to your bank account if you’re planning to file for bankruptcy in Georgia. The good news is that bank accounts often remain unaffected by Chapter 7 bankruptcy…

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Can You Buy a Car While in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Athens, GA?

Wage-earner bankruptcies last up to five years. Yet the average lifespan of a new car is about eight years. Moreover, before most vehicles expire, they become so expensive to maintain that it is cheaper to…

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Can Filing for a Georgia Bankruptcy Discharge Debt Incurred as a Result of a Car Accident?

When you are considering bankruptcy, you are likely in such a financial bind that you are trying to eliminate as much debt as possible. Your attorney will likely explain that some debt is dischargeable and…

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Can I Buy a House While in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Athens, GA?

Right now, this question is more pressing than ever. As of December 30, 2020, mortgage rates were at all-time lows. These low rates will probably not last. If the coronavirus pandemic fades in 2021 and…

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How to File Bankruptcy in Georgia

Unlike most other civil actions, consumer bankruptcy almost always starts with a voluntary petition. The V-word is significant. Debtors chose if and when to file. That control continues throughout the process. In most cases, debtors…

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Debts That Can Be Relieved Through Bankruptcy

Often the people who would benefit the most from bankruptcy don’t know enough about the protections they’re afforded under the law. When you have financial stress, there are emotional traumas that come with the problem….

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Can I Buy a House After Filing Bankruptcy in Georgia?

In a word, yes. In fact, many people can buy houses before a judge discharges their bankruptcies. When someone asks can I buy a house after filing bankruptcy, they should know some of the biggest…

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How Long Does Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Last in Georgia?

Technically, most Chapter 13 bankruptcies last either three or five years. But their positive effects often last a lifetime.

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Types of Worker’s Compensation Settlements

Worker’s compensation cases often end in settlement, but the type of settlement and the types of benefits covered by a settlement can vary depending on the type and severity of the injury. To ensure that…

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What is Joint Custody and Who Pays Child Support in Joint Custody?

Joint custody means both parents share responsibilities for raising their child after separation. Under joint-custody arrangements, parents may share decision-making, parenting time, or both. The two main types of joint custody are joint legal custody…

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