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Americans forced into bankruptcy by medical debt

On Behalf of Grech Legal | Jun 19, 2019 | Bankruptcy

While there are a number of reasons why California residents can face financial trouble, one stands out as the leading cause of personal bankruptcy in the United States. Medical debt is the most common reason cited for bankruptcy filings. A full two-thirds of all...

Many of those struggling with medical debt have health insurance

On Behalf of Grech Legal | Jun 5, 2019 | Bankruptcy

Most of the people in California and around the country who file personal bankruptcies each year do so because of medical debt, and many of them found themselves overwhelmed by bills despite having health insurance. Common reasons for hospital and doctor bills not...

Determining whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 best fits your needs

On Behalf of Grech Legal | May 31, 2019 | Uncategorized

Your credit card balance is out of hand. You have medical bills rolling in from the surgery your spouse had last year. Your boss informed you that the company is doing away with bonuses, which, in your case, amounts to a significant portion of income. One of your kids...

Bankruptcy can help with medical debts related to cancer

On Behalf of Grech Legal | May 29, 2019 | Bankruptcy

California residents and others who are diagnosed with cancer may incur significant debt in an effort to overcome their illnesses. However, it may be possible to reduce or eliminate that debt by declaring bankruptcy. Furthermore, individuals may get relief from...

How to determine if a debt can be discharged

On Behalf of Grech Legal | May 23, 2019 | Bankruptcy

Consumers in California and throughout the country may be entitled to have some of their unsecured debts wiped out in bankruptcy. As a general rule, bankruptcy is available to honest debtors who are looking for a fresh start. However, there are many factors that a...

Debt consolidation or Chapter 13 bankruptcy

On Behalf of Grech Legal | May 13, 2019 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Many California consumers are struggling with ever-escalating amounts of debt. At the same time, many of them are reluctant to consider personal bankruptcy as an option. People can be afraid that bankruptcy may lead to tremendous financial damage that is difficult to...

Credit card statistics show growth in unrepayable debt

On Behalf of Grech Legal | May 7, 2019 | Bankruptcy

Many people in California are struggling under a significant debt burden that they may find themselves unable to repay. This is reflected in statistics in the credit-card industry that show that the rate of bad debt is climbing for people across the country. The rate...

Rebuilding positive credit after bankruptcy

On Behalf of Grech Legal | May 1, 2019 | Bankruptcy

Many people in California find bankruptcy a potentially appealing option, but they are worried about the long-term effects on their credit scores. After all, Chapter 7 bankruptcies remain on a person's credit report for 10 years while Chapter 13 bankruptcies, with...

Are you losing a portion of your wages to garnishment?

On Behalf of Grech Legal | Apr 28, 2019 | Uncategorized

Owing a significant amount of debt can lead to stress and complications in various areas of your life. One common result of falling behind on your payments is that creditors and debt collectors will work diligently to try to collect on these past-due balances. One way...

Getting business loans after a bankruptcy

On Behalf of Grech Legal | Apr 24, 2019 | Bankruptcy

Getting a business loan in California can be complicated for those who have filed for bankruptcy in the past. This is generally true whether a person filed for a liquidation or reorganization bankruptcy. However, it is usually easier to get financing the farther...

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