Tag Archive: bankruptcy attorney

Will The Bankruptcy Trustee Take My Tax Refund in Kansas?

A common question I get this time of year is whether the trustee will take the debtor’s tax refund if he files for bankruptcy.  The answer depends upon many factors.  Talk to your bankruptcy lawyer.  Don’t spend your tax refund until you know for sure your bankruptcy trustee does not claim it.  Spending a tax refund instead…

Can I File Bankruptcy Without an Attorney in Kansas?

Since the bankruptcy laws were changed in 2005, it is VERY HARD to file a bankruptcy petition without an attorney. The process is difficult and you may lose property or other rights if you do not know the law. The New York City Bankruptcy Assistance Project says, currently, about 9 out of 10 self-prepared bankruptcy…

Don’t Be Fooled by False Letter that Says Your Bankruptcy is Dismissed – Your Stay Still in Effect

A Florida debt adjuster sent letters to Chapter 13 bankruptcy debtors in Kansas falsely telling them that their bankruptcy cases were dismissed and to call right away “to discuss the terms of your dismissal.”  What a scam! These letters from First American Debt Solutions are absolutely FALSE! The bankruptcy cases are NOT DISMISSED! These letters…

Wichita Car Dealer Convicted of Bankruptcy Fraud – Facing 5 Years in Jail

A Wichita car dealer who gave money to relatives before filing his bankruptcy case and lied on his bankruptcy paperwork was convicted of federal crimes this week and faces possible jail time for his fraud. Evidence at trial proved he gave money to his wife and his brother prior to filing his bankruptcy case and…

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