People file for bankruptcy for many different reasons in California, under many different circumstances. In some instances, the trustee and court will review a bankruptcy with more scrutiny because the debtor has additional real estate besides their home. If you own investment or rental properties, it might be challenging to protect them in bankruptcy. The Bankruptcy Group wants our clients…
If you decide to file for bankruptcy in California, one of the first choices you will have to make is whether you wish to file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. This decision will impact your ability to keep possession of your real estate investments. Typically, if you file for Chapter 7, the bankruptcy trustee will take control of your…
Chapter 11 is a form of bankruptcy that, though occasionally used by individuals, is more commonly filed by corporations, partnerships, or limited liability companies (LLCs) in California. The major benefit of Chapter 11 over Chapter 7, which can also be filed by business entities, is that Chapter 11 allows the company to continue operating while the bankruptcy case is in…
There are several types of bankruptcy in California, including Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Chapter 13 bankruptcy, and, as this article will focus on, Chapter 11 bankruptcy. While individuals can file Chapter 11 bankruptcy in rare circumstances, Chapter 11 is more commonly used by businesses, ranging from small family-owned companies to well-known national franchises. Our Sacramento bankruptcy attorneys explore some common reasons…