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What Happens After Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Discharge?

March 5, 2026

Finishing a Chapter 13 repayment plan feels like running a marathon. For three to five years, you’ve been making payments, sticking to a strict budget, and answering to the court. So when you finally hear…

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Can You Get a Credit Card While In Chapter 13?

March 5, 2026

Filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy can feel like hitting pause on your financial life.  If you’re currently in a repayment plan, you might be wondering whether getting approved for a credit card is even possible. The…

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When To Stop Using Credit Cards Before Filing Chapter 7 In Georgia?

March 4, 2026

Thinking about filing Chapter 7 usually brings up a lot of big questions like what happens to your debt, how long the process takes, and what life looks like after.  But one of the smaller…

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When Is It Too Late To Stop Foreclosure?

March 4, 2026

Falling behind on your mortgage can feel terrifying, especially when the word “foreclosure” starts showing up in letters, emails, or late-night Google searches. And somewhere in the middle of all that stress, one big question…

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Improve Your Credit Score with These Tips

Choosing to file bankruptcy is a big step, and you may find that it’s a step you don’t have to take. The legal team at Morgan & Morgan is here to stand by you and…

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Bankruptcy and Income Taxes – Everything You Need to Know

It’s income tax season again, and you may be wondering what happens when it’s time to file income tax in the midst of a bankruptcy proceeding. Many of our clients also have questions about whether…

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Should I Dip Into My Social Security Fund Prematurely?

The earlier you start taking Social Security benefits, the less money you will receive in your annual benefit. This truth is reiterated time and again as individuals get closer to retirement, and many senior citizens…

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Expecting a Workers' Compensation Audit? Get Prepared with a Morgan & Morgan Lawyer

Workers’ compensation audits are a routine part of having workers’ compensation insurance. They verify your business’s operations and update your policy information to include changes in operations, new or closed business locations and any new…

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Tips for Plugging the Gaps in Your Disability Insurance

Obtaining disability insurance is a great idea, but many standard disability insurance policies are written in such a way that you may have coverage gaps that leave you with little or no coverage when you…

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Common Mistakes to Avoid when Applying for Long-Term Disability

Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, is a benefits program administered by the Social Security Administration. The purpose is to provide financial support to people who have a medical or psychological disability that prevents them…

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Filing Issues to Consider when Pre-Bankruptcy Planning

Filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a big step. However, if handled correctly, it can mean a fresh financial start for you. With some careful planning before you file, you may be…

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Tips to Filing an Emergency Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Claim

We know that the decision to file for bankruptcy is never an easy one. Most people give it a lot of consideration before taking the step. However, in some cases you don’t have that luxury….

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What You Need to Know Before You File a Workers' Compensation Claim

If you are injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits in Georgia. However, there are things your Athens workers’ comp attorneys believe you should know before jumping headfirst into filing…

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Chapter 11 Is a Great Option for Small Businesses That Are Looking To Reorganize Business Assets

Small businesses often struggle with finances, sometimes to the point that they must seek relief through bankruptcy. While there are three choices (Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and Chapter 11) a business owner may be able…

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