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Supreme Court Sides with Debt Collectors in Bankruptcy Case
Long & Long Team

On May 15, 2017 the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in the case of Midland Funding, LLC v. Johnson, 581 U.S.____(2017), that debt collectors and purchasers are not in violation of federal law when pursuing debts during a Chapter 13 bankruptcy that they know to be beyond the statute of limitations. The 5-3 decision was a…

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Tips for Negotiating a Settlement with Your Creditors
Long & Long Team

If you have creditors or debt collectors calling you about a balance you have been unable to pay off, it’s understandable if your instinct is to ignore them. Unfortunately, neglecting the problem will not make it go away—sooner or later, you must confront your debt and the creditors that hold it. The good news is…

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What Happens if a Homeowners Association Goes Bankrupt?
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Most homeowners belong to homeowners’ associations, also known as condominium corporations. These associations handle everything from general maintenance, setting rules for landscaping and garbage pickup to arranging community events and member recognition awards. Just like any other organization that runs on money, an HOA can go bankrupt, especially if it mismanages its funds over time.…

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Understanding the Colorado Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
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The Colorado Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (CFDCPA) was reviewed as part of the sunset and sunrise review period by the Department of Regulatory Agency at the end of 2016. The Senate Judiciary Committee for Colorado has introduced a bill to implement many of the recommendations from the review. SB17-216, if passed, will include a…

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Can I Change From One Bankruptcy Chapter to Another?
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As a Bankruptcy Attorney, I occasionally have clients ask, “Can I change from one chapter to another under the bankruptcy code? And if so, which chapter should I file under?” The short answer is: Yes . You may convert from a Chapter 7 to a Chapter 13, and vice-versa, with certain restrictions and limitations. A…

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