Carron Nicks
Attorney · Tulane University School of Law
Can the Bankruptcy Trustee Find My Bank Accounts?
Concealing assets from the bankruptcy court is serious business and carries stiff penalties. Learn about bank accounts and other property you'll disclose in bankruptcy and the types of investigative steps you can expect from a bankruptcy trustee. ... READ MORE
My Tenant Filed for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy—What Now?
When your tenant files for bankruptcy, you don't want to get stiffed for the rent. Learn options and how they're affected by the Chapter 13 bankruptcy process. ... READ MORE
What Will Happen If I Miss a Mortgage Payment in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
When filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you must continue making your house payment if you want to keep your home. Otherwise, you risk losing it to foreclosure. Learn about ways to catch up on your payment, including working with the Chapter 13 trustee. ... READ MORE
What Is an Involuntary Lien?
Certain creditors, such as the Internal Revenue Service, can file a lien against your property and, when you sell it, get paid out of the sales proceeds. Learn about the differences between voluntary and involuntary liens and the consequences of having a lien placed involuntarily on your property. ... READ MORE
Should I File for Bankruptcy a Second Time?
Learn about some of the factors you'll want to consider before filing a second bankruptcy such as how long you'll wait before receiving a second bankruptcy discharge and the consequences of filing multiple cases, such as the shortening the automatic stay. ... READ MORE
What Happens to My Corporate Credit Card If I File for Bankruptcy?
You'll include your business credit card in your bankruptcy if you are personally liable for paying the debt and a balance exists on your corporate credit card. Find out more about what will happen to your corporate credit card if you file for bankruptcy. ... READ MORE