Legal Tips & Commentary
"This blog is used to post legal tips for businesses and consumers in California as well as commentaries on issues of interest to clients in the San Diego area. We will also answer general questions on California law submitted via email."
Author: Carl H. Starrett Jr. is a lawyer in El Cajon, Calif. His practice focuses on bankruptcy, business litigation, construction, corporate planning, insurance subrogation and debt collection.
Blawg Related Categories: Bankruptcy Law • Corporate Law • Insurance Law • Real Estate & Property Law • Trials & Litigation • Business Law • Construction Law
Recent Posts from Legal Tips & Commentary
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Should Christians File for Bankruptcy?
I am often asked what the Bible says about Christians filing for bankruptcy and it a serious spiritual struggle for many. Christians often struggle with feelings of guilt that creditors will not be... This blog…
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More Mistakes to Avoid Prior to Filing Chapter 7
It recent guest blog article, attorney Jed Berliner gave us a list of 7 mistakes too avoid prior to filing for bankruptcy. My colleagues at the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys... This blog is…
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Business Tip: Avoid Advertising With Yellowbook
As many business owners know, Yellowbook is a very aggressive marketer of Internet and Yellow Pages advertising. My recent experience with Yellowbook has shown that it is an unethical company with... This blog is used…
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Using Bankruptcy to Remove a Judgment Lien
Question: I lost my job a credit card company sued me. Now that have a judgment lien on my home. Can I get rid of this lien in bankruptcy. Answer: A discharge in bankruptcy voids…
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Bankruptcy Debtor Audits to Resume Monday
The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005, the United States Trustee Program (USTP) established procedures to audit petitions, schedules, and other information in consumer... This blog is used to post legal tips…
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Do I Have Any More Bankruptcy Hearings?
Question: I just got back from the Meeting of Creditors in my bankruptcy. Will there be anymore hearings before I get my discharge? Answers: In most bankruptcy cases filed by individuals (Chapter... This blog is…
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American Dream, Economic Nightmare
Many homeowners are at a financial crossroads. A foreclosure epidemic in San Diego and nationwide is causing more and more people to seek credit counseling, foreclosure prevention services and... This blog is used to post…
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Property Tax Relief for California Residents
With housing prices falling all over California, some homeowners are seeking relief to lower their property tax bills. If the current market value of your property (recent comparable sales) falls... This blog is used to…
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Personal Bankrutpcy and Business Ownership
Question: I wonder a small S corporation and I serve as president. Will my personal chapter 7 bankruptcy effect the corporation? Answer: You must list the shares of stock as an asset on line 13…
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Seven Mistakes To Avoid Prior to Filing Bankruptcy
The actions an individual takes leading up to filing bankruptcy can drastically affect his ability to get a "fresh start." By avoiding these seven mistakes, one can travel successfully through the... This blog is used…