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27 Jan Helpful Bankruptcy Videos
Posted at 04:00h in Bankruptcy Basics	by	L. Jed Berliner, Western & Central Massachusetts Consumer Lawyer 0 Comments
You’ll learnfromthese nine videos published by the federal government, which are a good entry into a pretty scary subject. They certainly do not substitute for sound legal advice, but they get you started on your path to a Fresh Start.
Part 1: Introduction (2:50)
Part 2: Types of Bankruptcy (4:06)
A brief review of the three main types of bankruptcy cases for individuals â€“â€“ chapters 7, 11, and 13. The most common types of bankruptcy are chapter 7, which are liquidating bankruptcy, and chapter 13 cases, often used by individuals who want to catch up on past due mortgage or car loan payments and keep their assets.
Part 3: Limits of Bankruptcy (4:44)
Part 4: Filing for Bankruptcy (3:08)
How does someone file a bankruptcy case? In order to file for bankruptcy, an individual must take a credit counseling course â€“â€“ to learn about alternatives to bankruptcy â€“â€“ as well as accurately complete and file a number of documents.
Part 5: Creditors’ Meeting (1:39)
Every debtor is required to appear at a creditors’ meeting conducted by a trustee who asks the debtor questions about the debtor’s financial condition and gives creditors the opportunity to do the same.
Part 6: Bankruptcy Crime (3:36)
Part 7: Court Hearings (3:52)
Part 8: The Discharge (1:39)
Part 9: Legal Assistance (5:10)
When does someone need a lawyer for a bankruptcy case? Individuals have a right to represent themselves in court, but bankruptcy is a complex area that involves many considerations â€“â€“ including whether to file, what chapter to file under, and what exemptions to claim. It is important to understand all of the protections of the bankruptcy code in order to make full use of them.