Chapter 7

The most recent iteration of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's flood maps detailed a drastic reduction in V zones for Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, and Hudson counties. Structures in V zones are more likely to face high breaking waves, and therefore must be built...

Bankruptcy can be a life-changing event for individuals and families who have to file in order to seek debt relief. However, for many corporations here in New Jersey, struggling with debt is something that is constantly wrestled with. For those who are unable to cover...

When people file for bankruptcy, it can be a real load off the mind to know that real debt relief is right around the corner. However, it is crucial to follow all the steps laid out by the bankruptcy court until the process is formalized and approved. One man whose...

The cost of living in New Jersey is higher than many other places in the country, particularly when it comes to the cost of housing. Across all the counties in New Jersey, Monmouth County in particular can be one of the most costly counties to live in. These facts...

Residents of New Jersey can turn to the relief that bankruptcy can provide from crippling debt after falling victim to a variety of circumstances. Last week we discussed how 60 percent of Americans are pushed into bankruptcy by medical expenses. However, there is a...

It is a terrible feeling when you have to ignore another phone call because you assume that the unfamiliar number on your phone screen is a debt collector. Some individuals may let their voice mailbox fill up just so that the collectors cannot continue leaving new...