There are many reasons why families are turning to personal bankruptcy for debt relief. While some situations are avoidable, others are completely out of our control. No matter your age or income, an unexpected accident or illness can turn your life upside down in an...
Debt Relief
What is debt relief and how can it help me?
With the current economic recession, many Americans find themselves in a precarious financial position. However, a growing number of Louisiana residents are choosing debt relief to make a fresh start and begin to rebuild for the future. At times, events outside of our...
Drowning in a sea of debt? Get help now
There's no doubt that many Americans are struggling with paying their bills, and Louisianians are no exception. Sometimes events outside of your control, such as a catastrophic illness or accident that racks up heavy medical debt, are the root cause of your...
Debt relief necessary for high number of cancer survivors
Receiving a cancer diagnosis can lead to difficult and overwhelming emotional responses from patients. Many worry about their chance of survival, treatment options and breaking the news to friends and family. All of these are understandable concerns for cancer...
Bankruptcy relief from student loan debt still far off for most grads
Many of our readers may be aware that it is extremely difficult to obtain a discharge of student loans in the bankruptcy process. Under bankruptcy law, a debtor must meet certain income requirements and must demonstrate that the student loan debt poses a substantial...
Looking at alternatives to bankruptcy
When it comes to obtaining debt relief, there are several options debtors have. Depending on the type of debt one is dealing with and the debtor’s overall financial situation, bankruptcy may not be the best option for relief, so it is worth it to consider the...