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Bankruptcy Briefs 11/12

Cant Attend Taxes In Bankruptcy Workshop? No Problem, Attendees Receive Audio Files & Materials

American Bar Association Condemns Debt Collector/DA Relationships and Letter Practices

Wisc. woman dies, comes back to life, but faces bankruptcy after insurance won’t pay ‘wrong’ hospital

Gallup Reports Improvement in Economic Confidence

Should We File Bankruptcy on Our Student Loan Judgment?

Report: Millennials Believe Student Loans Will Be Forgiven

Officials Comment on the Future of FTC, FCC, and CFPB Privacy Enforcement Authority

Big Banks Are Fined $4.25 Billion in Foreign Exchange Scandal

Could bankruptcy fees jeopardize Detroit’s exit plan?

New E-Magazine Dedicated to Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Launched

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Bankruptcy Briefs 11/10

Cash-strapped millennials are slipping into the red.

Consumer Credit in U.S. Climbs on Demand for Car, Student Loans

Illinois & Texas Approve Taxes in Bankruptcy Workshop for 5.75 CLE Hours

Bank Regulators Warn Again on Leveraged Loans

Solvency, Lost in the Fog at the Fed

Bankruptcy Judge: Detroit Deal Nearly Miraculous

Kodak retirees adapt after bankruptcy

FTC and State AG Launch Joint Fraud Action on Collection Agency

Robert Maxwell’s sons escape bankruptcy

New E-Magazine Dedicated to Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Launched

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Bankruptcy Briefs 11/7

“This book is incredible” Book TV After Words: Jake Halpern, “Bad Paper” #NACBACHI

Turnover on NY bankruptcy court brings heightened uncertainty

Fannie Mae Official Details Plans on Low-Down-Payment Mortgages

Clergy abuse victim can’t make bankruptcy claim

Offer In Compromise:  Appeal in IRS Appeals Office

We All Lose Under Current Student Loan Bankruptcy Rules

Hensarling Will Not Pursue Speaker of the House Position

Losing Bankruptcy Liability Shield Could Cost GM $2 Billion

Judge To Rule Friday On Detroit’s Bankruptcy Exit

A Biglaw Firm Bids Bye-Bye To Its Bankruptcy Department

New E-Magazine Dedicated to Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Launched

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New E-Magazine Dedicated to Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Launched

mag_coverThe National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) announces the launch of the premier issue of the e-magazine NACBA Now. The quarterly publication showcases consumer bankruptcy related material, Supreme Court cases, profiles of NACBA members and programs, previews of NACBA events, as well as, commentary on topics of interest to bankruptcy attorneys.

“NACBA Members need timely information about key developments in the practice of Bankruptcy law and in a format that is quick, easy to read, yet comprehensive” said Ed Boltz, President of NACBA. “With bankruptcy filings at a seven year low, we want to play a role in providing valuable information to our peers to help them better their practices, and this publication provides the perfect vehicle for that.”

The new E-Magazine also focuses on the latest NACBA advocacy efforts at state and federal levels, National Consumer Bankruptcy Research Center updates, social media tips, marketing trends, member benefits and soft skills development.

NACBA Now is distributed free to all NACBA members.

Bankruptcy Briefs 11/5

New E-Magazine Dedicated to Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Launched

Nevada Banks Take a Gamble when it Comes to HOA Liens

October Bankruptcy Filings Decrease 12 Percent from Previous Year, Increase 8 Percent from September

Wyly Widow Gives Bankruptcy Court Details of Homes, Furs

Office of Inspector General Identifies Major Management Challenges at the CFPB

The effect of state anti-deficiency laws

Bankruptcy Judge Explains Pension Cut Hurdles

Bankruptcy ruling not as bad as it looks

FTC Settles with Debt Portfolio Broker Over Disclosures in Online Postings

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Bankruptcy Briefs 11/3

Consumer Baits Collector to Violate FDCPA, Files Suit

Tax Planning Thoughts & Client Representations Before the IRS

The Supreme Court Cases That Could Change America In The Coming Year

Creditors Call Trump Entertainment Bankruptcy Plan a ‘Charade’

College students dress as “The Walking Debt” on Halloween

Senate Panel to Scrutinize Bank Regulators

Creditors scrutinize ex-billionaire’s assets

Former Auckland high flier faces bankruptcy

U.S. student debt burden falling more on top earners, easing bubble fears

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Everything You NEED to Know About Taxes In Bankruptcy
No Tricks, No Treats, Just Taxes!

Taxes in Bankruptcy is not for the FAINT OF HEART!

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NACBA’s SPOOKTACULAR Virtual Fall Workshop (LIVE WEBCAST) will offer specialized training in bankruptcy taxation. Quite frankly, this training is to DIE for! The treatment of tax debts is one of the more complicated areas of federal bankruptcy law and can very SCARY, but the Bankruptcy Code offers substantial TREATS of tax relief to tax debtors. From understanding tax rules to cancellation of debt income (pros & cons) to IRS penalties, audits, liens and levies, to client preparation and the fresh start initiative, this two-day intensive workshop will allow NACBA members to expand their client possibilities and better understand serious tax liabilities.

Allow NACBA to be your GHOST HOST as we prepare you to enter the Taxes in Bankruptcy VIRTUAL WORKSHOP OF TERROR!

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$199 NACBA Member Rate
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Register by November 14, 2014 and receive a FREE, hard copy edition of
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WHAT CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY ATTORNEYS ARE SAYING

Turner

Bankruptcy Briefs 10/30

Economy zooms forward in Q3, passing forecasts

Municipal Judge Files For Bankruptcy

Cancellation of debt exclusions – 26 U.S.C. § 108

Springfield man gets 10 months for bankruptcy fraud

Tennessee man charged with bankruptcy fraud

Small Town Deploys ‘Military-Style Maneuvers’ to Collect 75-Year-Old Man’s Debt

Schilling, three others, reach proposed settlement in federal bankruptcy

Yen Anxiety Rises as Tumble Sparks Bankruptcy Surge: Currencies

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Bankruptcy Briefs 10/21/14

Incoming GOP majority would target Elizabeth Warren’s CFPB

Housing Market Slows Due to Student Loan Debt, Credit Access

Strained Reading of “Derived During” Boots Chapter 7 Case

‘Hottest Girl in America’ Settles With Girls Gone Wild

Another Bankruptcy Proofing Strategy Bites the Dust, or Does It?

Harrisburg City treasurer designee issues ‘no comment’ on personal bankruptcy case

Meet the Newest Pick for the Delaware Bankruptcy Bench

DFS Superintendent Lawsky accuses Ocwen of backdating borrower letters

Samuel Wyly in Bankruptcy Facing $400 Million Forfeiture

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Bankruptcy Briefs 10/14/14

NACBA Announces 2015 Annual Convention Keynote Speaker

Post-Petition Equity Goes to Debtor upon Conversion

Short on cash, attorney plans to beat highly paid Jefferson County bankruptcy lawyers at their own game.

Shouldn’t My Bank Have Backed Off During My Bankruptcy?

ARM Firms Should Not Be Deceived by TCPA Victories

Americans face post-foreclosure hell as wages garnished, assets seized

The 10 Biggest Energy Company Bankruptcies In History

Supreme Court Takes Up Fight Over Regulatory Powers

Can I Sell Some Of My Assets Before Filing Bankruptcy?

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