Personal Injury and Bankruptcy Blog

Charlotte Personal Injury and Bankruptcy articles including Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 from The Layton Law Firm and Attorney Chris Layton.

Filing A Restaurant Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy, Chapter 11, Chapter 13, Chapter 7

Filing A Restaurant Bankruptcy As Covid-19 rages on and restrictions for public gatherings ramp up, restaurants in Charlotte and the surrounding area—as well as the country—continue to feel the pain. Many restaurant owners indicate they…

Whiplash After A Car Accident

Auto Accident, Personal Injury

Whiplash After A Car Accident Whiplash is one of the most common injuries from a car accident. It can be severe and long-lasting in its nature, and if you have whiplash after a car accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the other…

Mortgage Foreclosure Moratorium and Mortgage Forbearance In NC

Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7

Mortgage Foreclosure Moratorium and Mortgage Forbearance In NC The mortgage foreclosure moratorium has been extended to December 31st, 2020. This means even if you are delinquent on your mortgage, your lender can not move forward with foreclosure…

How Long Does Bankruptcy Take?

Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7

If you have an emergency situation, our firm can file a bankruptcy for you within 24 hours. However, we do not recommend filing bankruptcy that quickly unless it is absolutely necessary. A few examples would be to stop a foreclosure sale or…

When To File Bankruptcy Chapter 13

Bankruptcy, Chapter 13

When To File Bankruptcy Chapter 13 Deciding when to file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy should be done with the assistance of your bankruptcy attorney. First, clients must decide whether a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 is the best fit for them. Our office…

Bankruptcy For Medical Bills

Bankruptcy, Chapter 13, Chapter 7

Bankruptcy For Medical Bills You can file bankruptcy for medical bills. Not only will your medical bills be discharged by the bankruptcy, but your other existing unsecured debt will be discharged by filing bankruptcy as well. While this is…

What Do Personal Injury Law Firms Charge?

Auto Accident, Personal Injury, Slip & Fall Injury

What Do Personal Injury Law Firms Charge? There is no set rate for personal injury law firms. However, you will find that most personal injury law firms charge a contingency fee. Most personal injury law firms also charge roughly the same…

Does Bankruptcy Clear All Debt?

Bankruptcy

Does Bankruptcy Clear All Debt? Bankruptcy clears unsecured debt, and may clear all debt depending upon your circumstances, and which Chapter of bankruptcy you file. The goal in most bankruptcy filings is to receive a discharge of debt. This…

How will I pay my personal injury lawyer

Can A Lawyer Help With Debt Settlement?

Bankruptcy, Debt Negotiation

Can A Lawyer Help With Debt Settlement? Yes, a lawyer can help with debt settlement. A legitimate question is whether you need to use a lawyer to assist with your debt settlement. Due to the legal complexities surrounding debt, and the various…