Will the “Automatic Stay” in Bankruptcy stop Foreclosure in New York City?
Can Bankruptcy Stop Foreclosure in New York City? Many people in New York City facing foreclosure will find help by filing for foreclosure. In fact preventing foreclosure is one of the most common reasons for filing bankruptcy. By law, your foreclosure will be instantly stopped through bankruptcy’s “automatic stay” provision which halts any and all […]
Can Bankruptcy or the “Automatic Stay” stop Evictions in New York City?
Can Bankruptcy or the “Automatic Stay” stop Evictions in New York City? Yes, but you need to speak to an attorney in New York City and get your case filed before your landlord acts against you for the best result. If you are facing eviction the “automatic stay” will temporarily stop the eviction proceedings allowing […]
Will the “Automatic Stay” in Bankruptcy Stop Tax Liens in New York City?
Will the “Automatic Stay” in Bankruptcy Stop Tax Liens in New York City? If you have unpaid taxes to New York State or to the IRS these government bodies can put a lien on your property to collect. A property lien allows the taxing authority to potentially sell your home to repay the tax debt. […]
NYC Bankruptcy Attorney YELP Reviews
NYC Bankruptcy Attorney YELP Reviews Like most industries the legal profession has also gone from the information age into the referral age. With endless amounts of information available on the web people are relying on online reviews to make purchasing decisions now more than ever. Big dollar, high impact ad campaigns are giving way to […]
Jacobey & Myers Bankruptcy Law Firm Files Bankruptcy in New York City
Jacobey & Myers Bankruptcy Law Firm Files Bankruptcy in New York City What is a consumer bankruptcy client to do when the law firm they hire actually goes bankrupt themselves? As if the process weren’t frightening enough, now we need to factor in the possibility the people we hire to represent us in a bankruptcy […]
How do I know if my New York City Apartment is Rent Stabilized?
How do I know if my New York City Apartment is Rent Stabilized? If you are renting an apartment in New York City you should find out if the lease is rent stabilized. Rent stabilized apartment leases can be very valuable in a number of ways, and come with certain rights and protections normal leases […]
Do I need to File an Answer in Court if I File Bankruptcy in New York City?
Do I need to File an Answer in Court if I File Bankruptcy in New York City? If you have been given notice that a creditor is suing you in New York City you do not need to file an answer in court if you decide to file bankruptcy instead. Your civil court proceeding ends […]
Are African Americans Treated Differently in Bankruptcy in New York City?
Are African Americans Treated Differently in Bankruptcy in New York City? It still comes is a little bit of a surprise when we have clients ask whether or not they will be treated differently in their bankruptcy based on their race. While race relations may still have a long way to go in the United […]
New York City Bankruptcy Attorney Google Reviews
New York City Bankruptcy Attorney Google Reviews We love to see feedback on Google from our bankruptcy clients in New York City, but our business will always be driven by customer referrals. We don’t place as much emphasis on farming these reviews or inflating their importance as other businesses do. Our law firm has continued […]
How much is my Rent Stabilized Apartment Worth in Bankruptcy?
How much is my Rent Stabilized Apartment Worth in Bankruptcy? If you’re like the guy at 15 CPW it could be as much as $17 million to a bankruptcy trustee in a Chapter 7 in New York City. It’s the odd case, but the story of Herbert Sukenik highlights how much a rent stabilized apartment […]