The bankruptcy process in Iowa includes a number of regulations and requirements around what can and cannot be done with assets and debts. For instance, once you have filed for bankruptcy, whether it is Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy…
Congratulations to Nicole Hughes for being recognized as the 2017 Volunteer of the Year by the Council Bluffs Community School District and the Council Bluffs Community Education Foundation. Ms. Hughes serves on the International Baccalaureate Parent Board and Parent-Teacher Organization…
In Wellness International Network, Ltd., et al. v. Sharif, the United States Supreme Court ruled that bankruptcy judges have the power to adjudicate certain claims if all parties knowingly and voluntarily consent. In a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court reversed…
In Iowa, lawyers, accountants, family members, and government all encourage individuals to avert and alleviate risk through the purchase of insurance policies. This is with good reason, in the event of an accident or disaster, the out-of-pocket expenses can skyrocket.…
There are usually no restrictions on the number of bankruptcy cases a person can file unless a bankruptcy court orders otherwise. However, if your debts were discharged in a previous bankruptcy, you will not be entitled to a discharge again…