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Special Feature: In Conversation With

We are truly excited to ask these industry veterans their take on the latest industry trends, how they have navigated all the twists and turns of their careers, and what they see looking into the crytsal ball. CRC: Let’s get to know each other. What

Your Bankruptcy Budget–Don’t Forget Coffee

Your Bankruptcy Budget When you fill out your bankruptcy budget, remember inflation. Some people give me a food budget that might have worked ten years ago, but not now. Do you buy coffee every morning at the 7-Eleven/? Some people think of just the

Bankruptcy Abuse Rarely Works . . . Because Of Gatekeepers—U.S. TRUSTEES (Part 3)

By: Donald L Swanson Over the years, I’ve heard lots of people say, “Bankruptcy abuse is a huge problem,” as a self-evident and undeniable proposition. But here’s the thing. Debtors who try to abuse the bankruptcy system rarely get away with it. That

How to Write a Successful Appeal Letter for Long-Term Disability

While having insurance provides an important financial safety net for unexpected accidents, insurance companies are notoriously difficult to deal with. If your long-term disability insurance claim is denied, an attorney can help you write an

The Fifth Circuit Joins the Eighth and Ninth Circuits in Holding that Avoidance Actions are Estate Property that may be Sold Pursuant to Section 363 of the Bankruptcy Code

Weekly News – March 22

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What if Your Property Sells Lower in a Sheriff’s Sale Than Your Amount Owed?

Watching your property get sold to the highest bidder at a sheriff’s sale is generally not a pleasant experience. Sheriff’s sales are the final step in the foreclosure process, where property is sold to pay debts that a debtor owes to various

Guide to Auxiliary Benefits (Family Disability Benefits)

When one parent can no longer work because of a disability, the other, along with their children, might be eligible for auxiliary benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Also known as family benefits, auxiliary benefits are paid in

N.C. Ct. of App.: Smith Debnam v. Muntjan- Statute of Frauds

N.C. Ct. of App.: Smith Debnam v. Muntjan- Statute of Frauds Ed Boltz Sat, 03/23/2024 - 01:51 ​​​​​​ Summary: Smith Debnam sued Paul Muntjan for amounts owed for legal services provided to Paul Muntjan's son, Nick Muntjan. The parties disagreed about

N.C. S.Ct.: Taylor v. Bank of America- Statute of Limitations for Fraud in Mortgage Modification runs from Foreclosure Date

N.C. S.Ct.: Taylor v. Bank of America- Statute of Limitations for Fraud in Mortgage Modification runs from Foreclosure Date Ed Boltz Fri, 03/22/2024 - 21:28 Summary: The plaintiffs, a group of homeowners from various states, alleged that Bank of

Bankr. W.D.N.C.: Smith v. DeSeveria- Repayment of Short-Term Loans to Insiders was not a Fraudulent Conveyance

Bankr. W.D.N.C.: Smith v. DeSeveria- Repayment of Short-Term Loans to Insiders was not a Fraudulent Conveyance Ed Boltz Fri, 03/22/2024 - 16:00 Summary: Matthew W. Smith, the sole manager of the reorganized debtor BK Racing, LLC, sought recovery of

Mediator Insights: Practice Tips for Attorneys Based on Lessons Learned Over 10 Years as a Mediator

Now that I have hit double digits as a neutral, I thought I would share some mediation practice tips for attorneys based on lessons learned over the last 10 years. Be Prepared. I prepare for every mediation, and you should too. You should know the

Arbitrator Insights: Practice Tips for Attorneys Based on Lessons Learned Over 10 Years as an Arbitrator

Now that I have hit double digits as a neutral, I thought I would share some arbitration practice tips for attorneys based on lessons learned over the last 10 years. Be Prepared: I prepare for the preliminary case management and scheduling conference

ADR Insights: 10 Lessons Learned in 10 Years as a Mediator and Arbitrator

Ten years ago, I shifted my practice from serving as an advocate (an attorney representing parties) to primarily serving as a neutral (an arbitrator or mediator). Those 10 years went by in the blink of an eye. Now that I have hit double digits as a

HOW TO USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN YOUR LAW PRACTICE (“BE AN IMPLEMENTER) CLE OUTLINE DELIBERATE SOLOS PRESENTED ON 03-2008-2024

HOW TO USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN YOUR LAW PRACTICE (“BE AN IMPLEMENTER) CLE OUTLINE DELIBERATE SOLOS PRESENTED ON 03-2008-2024 Why You Should You Use Artificial Intelligence in your Law Practice: 1. Effectively using technology can make the

E.D.N.C.: Lewis v. EquityExperts.org- Excessive Fees illegal under FDCPA

E.D.N.C.: Lewis v. EquityExperts.org- Excessive Fees illegal under FDCPA Ed Boltz Thu, 03/21/2024 - 16:16 Summary: After allegedly falling $314 behind on her homeowners association dues, the HOA retained EquityExperts.org to "aggressively" collect

Bankruptcy Abuse Rarely Works . . . Because Of Gatekeepers—CREDITORS AND THEIR ATTORNEYS (Part 2)

By: Donald L Swanson Over the years, I’ve heard lots of people say, “Bankruptcy abuse is a huge problem,” as a self-evident and undeniable proposition. But here’s the thing. Debtors who try to abuse the bankruptcy system rarely get away with it. That

Update for Insolvency Practitioners on UK Companies House Filings

Following our previous alert, in which we highlighted an issue with entries relating to registered security maintained at Companies House being incorrectly updated to indicate that they had in fact been discharged without the awareness of the

Update for Insolvency Practitioners on UK Companies House Filings

Following our previous alert, in which we highlighted an issue with entries relating to registered security maintained at Companies House being incorrectly updated to indicate that they had in fact been discharged without the awareness of the

Do Most People Get Denied SSDI the First Time?

Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI, is a Federal Program that helps many Americans who cannot support themselves through work because they are disabled. However, the program can be extremely competitive, and many potential SSDI applicants