In 1993, Connecticut enacted a homestead exemption permitting an exemption in the equity in one’s home (primary residence) up to $75,000. This was significant at the time because Connecticut did not previously have any...more
In chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, it is not uncommon for secured parties/lenders to provide a “carve-out” for various professional fees. Frequently there may be a “carve-out” for “all chapter 11 professionals” or the...more
So you are chugging along with a foreclosure action (either on real and/or personal property) only to be stopped in your tracks by the borrower filing a voluntary Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition. The usual, immediate thought...more
Collections in Connecticut - how to get paid if you are owed money? Collecting money owed to you or your company can be frustrating. When making a claim for damages in Connecticut, unlike in most other states, a plaintiff...more
It always starts so easy. Borrower comes in and wants to borrow money. Lenders want some form of collateral to secure (potentially) a loan and the Borrower happily agrees to provide, or pledge, collateral to secure a loan. ...more
For secured lenders, a consumer debtor’s chapter 13 bankruptcy filing can be a mixed bag.
A chapter 13 bankruptcy petition often is utilized by a consumer debtor to avoid a foreclosure by allowing a debtor time (usually...more