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Insolvency Service “reframes” view of creditor – IPs can apply their discretion (UK)

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How to Recover from Foreclosure in Pennsylvania

Losing your home is not the only negative consequence of mortgage foreclosure: your credit score might drop by 100 points if the bank takes your case. Credit scores typically take a long time to improve after foreclosure proceedings, which remain on

Better Business Bureau Accredited A+

The Better Business Bureau just renewed my A+ accreditation. I’ve been a member of the BBB for more than twenty years. The Bankruptcy Law Offices of Robert Weed – A+ The post Better Business Bureau Accredited A+ appeared first on Robert Weed

Better Business Bureau Accredited A+

The Better Business Bureau just renewed my A+ accreditation. I’ve been a member of the BBB for more than twenty years. The Bankruptcy Law Offices of Robert Weed – A+ The post Better Business Bureau Accredited A+ appeared first on Robert Weed

Avvo Client Choice Award

10.0Robert Ross Weed 2024 Robert Ross WeedClients’ ChoiceAward The post Avvo Client Choice Award appeared first on Robert Weed Bankruptcy Attorney.

Avvo Client Choice Award

10.0Robert Ross Weed 2024 Robert Ross WeedClients’ ChoiceAward The post Avvo Client Choice Award appeared first on Robert Weed Bankruptcy Attorney.

How Long Does it Take to Foreclose on a House in NJ?

The bank cannot take your house overnight, even if you default on your mortgage loan in New Jersey. It can take banks months, sometimes years, to get their foreclosure complaints granted by judges in New Jersey. The first step in the process is

E.D.N.C. Ace Funding Source v. Williams Land Clearing- Interlocutory Appeals

E.D.N.C. Ace Funding Source v. Williams Land Clearing- Interlocutory Appeals Ed Boltz Fri, 10/04/2024 - 17:11 Summary: Ace Funding sought interlocutory leave to appeal the denial of its motion to dismiss a case brought by Williams Land Clearing in a

What Happens When Someone Violates a Protection Order in Philadelphia?

Protection orders, usually called “protection from abuse” orders (PFA), are court orders that prevent defendants from contacting certain family members or loved ones. A PFA order may arise in domestic violence cases and is intended to protect victims

4th Cir.: Lyons v. PNC II

4th Cir.: Lyons v. PNC II Ed Boltz Thu, 10/03/2024 - 17:49 Summary: In the case William T. Lyons v. PNC Bank, N.A., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit addressed two key issues involving the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) and the Real

Who Controls Debtor’s Attorney/Client Privilege For A Bad-Faith Claim Against Debtor’s Insurer? (Chambers v. State Farm)

By: Donald L Swanson When an individual files Chapter 7 bankruptcy, with a bad-faith claim against Debtor’s insurer as an asset, who controls Debtor’s attorney client privilege? That’s the question in this new opinion: Chambers v. State Farm Mutual

Common Scams and Ways to Protect Yourself

In recent years we have met with many people who have been the victim of financial scams, with some losing significant amounts of money. We have even seen several clients who have lost their entire life savings. As these scams become more

Defense Strategies for Drug Possession in Pennsylvania

What constitutes criminal drug possession is an evolving question, but it can still carry significant consequences in Pennsylvania for a conviction. If you are arrested for drug possession, it is vital to have attorneys defending you who know the

Does Loss Mitigation Stop Foreclosure in Pennsylvania?

If you’re facing foreclosure, stopping it may be your number one priority, and our lawyers may help you succeed through loss mitigation efforts. Loss mitigation can often stop foreclosure, so do not panic if you recently got a letter of intent to

N.C. Ct. of App.: Anhui Omi Vinyl v. USA Opel Flooring- Fraudulent Conveyance under State Law

N.C. Ct. of App.: Anhui Omi Vinyl v. USA Opel Flooring- Fraudulent Conveyance under State Law Ed Boltz Tue, 10/01/2024 - 22:16 Summary: This case involves Anhui Omi Vinyl Co., Ltd. (Omi) suing USA Opel Flooring, Inc. (Opel), previously known as USA

4th Cir.: CCWB Asset Investments v. EBC Asset Investment- Distribution Methods in Federal Receivership

4th Cir.: CCWB Asset Investments v. EBC Asset Investment- Distribution Methods in Federal Receivership Ed Boltz Tue, 10/01/2024 - 16:46 Summary: The case involves a court-appointed receiver tasked with distributing assets recovered from a Ponzi

Why Does Our Federal Legal System Not Want Tort Claimants To Be Paid For Their Injuries? (Purdue Pharma and J&J)

By Donald L. Swanson You’d think it’s immoral or something—or at least it’s in violation of some constitutional principle of great and foundational importance . . . like due process or First Amendment or separation of powers. I’m talking about tort

N.C. Ct. of App.: Adventure Trail of Cherokee v. Owens-Parole Evidence for Lease

N.C. Ct. of App.: Adventure Trail of Cherokee v. Owens-Parole Evidence for Lease Ed Boltz Mon, 09/30/2024 - 19:22 Summary: The dispute arose over a lease agreement between the plaintiff and the mother of the defendant, William Fredrick Owens. The key

W.D.N.C.: Vitalia v. Experian- FCRA Complaint failed to Plead Inaccuracies

W.D.N.C.: Vitalia v. Experian- FCRA Complaint failed to Plead Inaccuracies Ed Boltz Mon, 09/30/2024 - 18:18 Summary: Papa G. Vitalia filed a complaint against several defendants, including Early Warning Services, LLC (EWS), under the Fair Credit

Law Review: Nosal, Jaromir and Stefania, Albanesi, Consumer Default After the 2005 Bankruptcy Reform (June 18, 2024).

Law Review: Nosal, Jaromir and Stefania, Albanesi, Consumer Default After the 2005 Bankruptcy Reform (June 18, 2024). Ed Boltz Mon, 09/30/2024 - 18:13 Available at: https://ssrn.com/abstract=4870978 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4870978 Summary

September 2024 Ponzi Scheme Roundup

By Kathy Bazoian Phelps Below is a summary of Ponzi scheme activity reported for September 2024. There were at least 4 new Ponzi schemes revealed this month and 3 guilty pleas. Ponzi schemers received more than 44 years of prison sentences this month