Chapter 13
Should I Declare Bankruptcy During My Divorce?
June 10, 2020 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Divorce, Family Law, Law Firm News, Omaha Bankruptcy Lawyer
Money problems and financial stress can ruin a marriage – it’s one of the leading causes of divorce in the United States and the number one thing couples argue about. At the same time, divorce is one of the most common reasons spouses declare bankruptcy. An understanding of bankruptcy law is helpful for any person Read More…
Filing for Bankruptcy Protection in the Age of Coronavirus
May 12, 2020 | Bankruptcy, Business law, Chapter 13, Chapter 7, General
Neiman Marcus became the third major American brand in the last two weeks to file for bankruptcy. The luxury retail chain follows two other former giants in their respective fields – J. Crew and Gold’s Gym. Brands like Pier 1, Aldo, and Lucky’s have also filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2020, not even Read More…
High & Younes Welcomes Three Experienced Attorneys to Our Top-Notch Legal Team
May 6, 2020 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Child Custody, Child Support, Criminal Defense, Divorce, DUI, DUI Omaha, Family Law, General, Law Firm News, Motorcycle Accident, Omaha Bankruptcy Lawyer, Personal injury
High & Younes welcomes three exciting additions to our Omaha legal team: Attorneys Wesley Bain, Joe Selde, and Leigha Wichelt. Here’s more about each of them – and how they can help you with your legal matter. Wesley Bain, Jr. Wesley was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina, the son of a schoolteacher and future lieutenant Read More…
I’m Being Sued for a Debt: What Can I Do?
May 5, 2020 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7
Many Americans, including Nebraskans and Iowans, are struggling with crippling debt. Even before COVID-19 began to negatively impact jobs, small businesses, and the overall global economy, consumers were drowning in nearly $14 trillion worth of debt. While some debt is normal for most people, it can quickly become unmanageable if unforeseen circumstances affect income, savings, and Read More…
The CARES Act, COVID-19, and New Bankruptcy Options
April 9, 2020 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7, General
The outbreak of coronavirus COVID-19 has caused people around the world to experience a level of stress and fear they likely never expected to feel in their lifetimes. The serious health scare and self-isolation aside, the pandemic has led to a domino effect with seemingly lighting speed. Businesses have closed. People have been ordered to Read More…
COVID-19, Job Loss, and Bankruptcy
April 6, 2020 | Chapter 13, Chapter 7, coronavirus, COVID-19, General, Omaha Bankruptcy Lawyer
The novel COVID-29 pandemic has created hard times for people around the world, including Nebraskans. The outbreak has resulted in business closures, furloughs, and even job cuts. Not having an income is putting a lot of people in the difficult place of considering bankruptcy, despite the government’s efforts to help through the stimulus package. Bankruptcy Read More…