Oklahoma Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog
"Covers consumer bankruptcy issues, including Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 12 and Chapter 13 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code."
Author: Dan Nunley is a solo practitioner in Broken Arrow, Okla. He also authors Oklahoma Family Law Blog and Oklahoma Personal Injury Lawyer Blog.
Blawg Related Categories: Bankruptcy Law • States • Oklahoma • Solo / Small Firm
Recent Posts from Oklahoma Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog
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Should I file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
For more information on the differences between Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, read these previous blogs posts that I’ve written: What is Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Oklahoma? What is Chapter 13 bankruptcy in…
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The Hidden Price of Prepaid Debit Cards
Yesterday I wrote concerning the high-growth industry of prepaid debit cards and I warned of their hidden fees. Here is an informative video on prepaid debit cards produced by the New York Times and PBS…
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Beware of Prepaid Debit Cards and Their Hidden Fees
Buying a prepaid debit card these days is just about as easy as picking up a candy bar or a pack of chewing gum. Walk into a Wal-Mart or almost any major drugstore, and rows…
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Updated Means Test Income Figures Effective November 1, 2009
The income figures used to determine whether or not a person qualifies to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy changed yesterday. The United States Trustee Program has posted new “Census Bureau Median Family Income By Family Size”…
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Things That Debt Collectors May Not Do
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) prohibits third-party debt collectors from using abusive, unfair, or deceptive practices to collect debts such as: Harassment. Debt collectors may not harass, oppress, or abuse you or any…
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Can I file a medical bankruptcy in Oklahoma?
Every once in a while someone will call me or email regarding filing a “medical bankruptcy.” Generally, they tell me that they have a lot of medical bills that they are unable to pay and…
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How long must I live in Oklahoma before I can file bankruptcy there?
Generally if you have lived in Oklahoma for the past 91 days, you may file bankruptcy here. The general rule is that an individual can file bankruptcy in the state where he has lived the…
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Changes Are Coming That Will Make It Harder For Many To File Bankruptcy
We’re in the middle of a recession. Many have lost their jobs. Many of those who still have jobs are experiencing pay cuts. Social Security recipients have just been told that for the first time…
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How can I stop a debt collector from contacting me?
If you’re behind in paying your bills, a debt collector is probably calling you. If a debt collector contacts you about a past-due bill, you may want to talk to them at least once to…
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Can a debt collector call me at work?
Yes. However, if the caller is a third-party debt collector attempting to collect a debt owed to another individual or company, then the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) applies and the bill collector must…