You’re in your parked car ready to drive away. Then it hits you. Literally. Another driver backs into you. Perhaps they were distracted. You don’t care about that. You care that your car is damaged, and your back hurts. You sue for damages. The other driver files for bankruptcy. What now? Typically, when someone files […]
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Accidental Bankruptcy in the Mankato, Minnesota Area?
April 20th, 2015 · No Comments
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Bankruptcy During Tax Season
April 10th, 2015 · No Comments
While bankruptcies occur year round, timing is everything. Once you have determined you need to file for bankruptcy, consult with local attorneys, especially those whose practice focuses exclusively on bankruptcy. Factors such as assets, upcoming life changes (like marital status), and pending judgments you might have affect when you should file. As you can see […]
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Are Student Loans Discharged When Filing Bankrutpcy in Minnesota?
February 20th, 2015 · No Comments
Everyone knows the cost of higher education has increased dramatically. Students grumble about the cost of their student loans, and rightfully so. According to Bloomberg, college costs have soared over 500% since 1985. Who wants to be in debt before they even start their first job? No wonder students might seek ways to erase this debt, […]
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What Happens to My Tax Debt When I File For Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Mankato, MN?
December 2nd, 2014 · No Comments
Behm Law Group provides bankruptcy consultation and advice for Mankato-area residents. The word “bankruptcy” creates visions of having no money and no way out. There is more than one type of bankruptcy, however. If you are contemplating bankruptcy and want to know which course you should take, contact the bankruptcy attorneys at Behm Law Group, […]
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The Affordable Care Act and Bankruptcy
July 9th, 2014 · No Comments
Behm Law Group explains the connections between Mankato, MN bankruptcy filings and the Affordable Care Act As controversial as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been over the last, well, forever, it does try to address the growing need in this country for access to affordable healthcare. Regrettably, the focus ended up being on health […]
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If Detroit Can Do It, So Can You | Mankato, MN Bankruptcy
May 26th, 2014 · No Comments
Behm Law Group, Ltd. provides bankruptcy attorneys in Mankato, MN and surrounding areas Late in May, the City of Detroit made the case for its bankruptcy restructuring plan via a court filing, an event made all the more surreal since Detroit is the only United States city to ever file for bankruptcy protection. As bankruptcy […]
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How Natural Disasters Influence Bankruptcy Claims in Mankato, MN
April 28th, 2014 · No Comments
Filing for Bankruptcy in Minnesota | Tips from Behm Law Group, Ltd. Since Hurricane Katrina, there have been changes and adjustments to bankruptcy laws. This is especially important for people that have been the victim of a natural disaster and lost all of their possessions and potentially their income. With the recent tornadoes and weather […]
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Coming to Terms with Personal Bankruptcy
March 15th, 2014 · No Comments
Behm Law Bankruptcy Law Firm in Mankato, MN Bankruptcy is a difficult decision to come to terms with. Bankruptcy carries a stigma that permeates our culture, and this is particularly true when it comes to personal bankruptcy. Whereas business bankruptcy is almost considered an expected risk that could very well come to pass—although it’s still […]
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Beware Fraudulent Transfers | Bankruptcy Law Tips
January 31st, 2014 · No Comments
Minnesota Bankruptcy Lawyers at Behm Law Group Ltd. If you wish to keep your friends and family members in your good graces, don’t attempt to transfer property to them if you anticipate filing for bankruptcy within the next two years and they don’t pay you a reasonable market value for the property. Embarking on such […]
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Minnesota Bankruptcy Advice- Are Student Loans Eligible for Discharge?
November 22nd, 2013 · No Comments
Tips from Minnesota Bankruptcy Attorneys- Behm Law Group Student loans are generally understood to be “exempt” when it comes to bankruptcy protection. If you have student loans, you are required to pay them back in full, and the federal government has put rules into place to ensure that debt is collected. There are provisions that […]
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