There are many restrictions in successfully filing bankruptcy. One such restriction is the amount of money that you make while still being able to file bankruptcy. Although most clients hope that their Stockton bankruptcy attorney can give them a simple answer, this is most often not the case. It is not as simple as giving a simple number such as … Continue reading
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Impact of Bankruptcy on Student Loans
People file for bankruptcy for many different reasons. Most people, however, file bankruptcy as a last measure – meaning, they don’t file unless their financial situation is real bad. Filing bankruptcy can be an effective way to start over without most of your debts. Unfortunately, bankruptcy will not wipe away every debt. There are certain types of debts that cannot … Continue reading
What Happens to Cash In the Bank After Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy impacts your property, including any cash you may have in the bank. You can keep any property that is exempt under bankruptcy laws. For example, there is an exemption for vehicles up to a certain value. There is a tools of trade exemption. There is even an exemption for your house. However, cash in the bank … Continue reading
What Is “Lienstripping”?
Most people generally file for bankruptcy as a last resort when they are financially struggling. Under certain types of filings, you can strip away the unsecured portion of your debt and discharge it or pay it off for very cheap. This is called “lienstripping.” Lienstripping is only available in a Chapter 13 or Chapter11 bankruptcy filings. However, under current state … Continue reading
New Statistics on Child Arrests
Some might say the numbers on juvenile crime are going down here in California. Although that might be true overall, some new statistics on child arrests in Stockton suggest otherwise. What accounts for the difference? California Juvenile Arrests According to a recent report prepared by the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice, there is a significant drop in the number … Continue reading
High Speeds May Mean Severe Consequences
If you have accelerated your vehicle to over 100 mph, you are in celebrity company. According to an article featured on CNN.com a few years ago, both Lebron James and Matt Dillon have been pulled over for triple digit speeds. Pop star Justin Bieber has also pushed the gas pedal to over 100 mph. Although you may not share infamy … Continue reading
What is a Wobbler Offense in California and How Does it Impact My Charge?
If you are accused of a crime in California, your charges may fall into a few categories. We represent clients whose allegations fall into 1) infractions; 2) misdemeanors and 3) felony. Have you heard the term wobbler offense? What does that mean? Criminal Charges Before we go into wobbler offenses, we would like to make sure you understand the three … Continue reading
Child Criminal Cases: Adult or Juvenile Court?
When your child is facing criminal charges, you may have a lot of questions and concerns. One common question is whether your child will have his or her case heard in adult court or juvenile court. The short answer is that it depends. Depending on the specific facts of your child’s case and the alleged offense he or she is … Continue reading
The Consequences of Driving Over 100 mph In California
When you think about a traffic ticket, you probably think of a minor offense that may result in some monetary fine and a point on your driving record. However, this is often not the case, especially if you get a ticket for driving more than 100 miles per hour. Under California law, speeding over 100 miles per hour is considered … Continue reading
What To Do If Your Child Is Arrested For Breaking the Law
At some point in their lives, every child defies the boundaries and the law. However, when such defiance results in an arrest, the consequences become all too real. Most children break the law by bringing a weapon to school, getting caught shoplifting in a store or getting into a serious fight. The United States Department of Justice notes that approximately … Continue reading
