Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Infographic

Are you in the process of filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and would like to know more about the process? Download our graphic below to view approximate timelines and various decision points along the way. If you’d like more information, view our chapter 7 bankruptcy page.

December 2014 News

On December 18, 2014 Partner Charles M. Ivey, III and Associate Justin Kay were successful in getting a Plan of Reorganization confirmed in an individual Chapter 11 case. The individual held an ownership interest in assets worth $44,600,000 as of the filing of the bankruptcy case, as listed on the petition. Due to a few failed ventures, in addition to…

5 Largest Bankruptcy Cases of the Last 20 Years

5 larget bankruptcies of the past 20 years

Cities, municipalities, and even large corporations file bankruptcy, in addition to individuals, couples, and local businesses in Greensboro, NC. While individual, couple, and local business bankruptcy filings hit closer to home, they very rarely make the news or become of national importance, like those of larger national or international corporations do. The reasons behind large…

5 Things To Know About Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

1) Automatic Stay: As soon as the bankruptcy petition is filed with the court, the automatic stay goes into effect. The automatic stay prevents creditors from taking certain actions against your business. For instance, no further legal action can be brought against your business, including an attempt to collect a debt, repossess or foreclose property,…

Preparing For Your Bankruptcy Consultation

If you are an individual looking to talk with one of our attorneys about debt counseling or bankruptcy advice, it is not necessary to bring a multitude of documents with you to your free consultation. All that we require is that you have a general understanding of your assets (the things you own) and your…

September 2014 News

On September 23, 2014 the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of North Carolina, Greensboro Division confirmed the Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization for a small company that operates a lawn care and snow removal business in Stoneville, NC. Getting the Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization Confirmed is the goal of every company or individual in…

August 2014 News

On August 14, 2014 Partner Samantha K. Brumbaugh and IMGT assisted Penguin Drive-in, LLC in filing for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. The Penguin Drive-In is a landmark restaurant in the heart of Charlotte’s Plaza-Midwood Neighborhood. The Penguin Drive-In has been family owned and operated, and a local iconic meeting center for Charlotte, since its creation…

10 Signs You Need to File for Personal Bankruptcy

If you’re losing sleep at night because you’re worried about paying bills and have wondered if personal bankruptcy may be the solution, you’ve come to the right place. Bad things happen to good people so whether you or your spouse is out of work, have experienced a health issue or a personal matter such as divorce that…

July 2014 News

On July 28, 2014 Partner Darren McDonough and IMGT successfully defended a foreclosure action where IMGT’s client had made an agreement with the Bank to satisfy the mortgage. The client paid the agreed upon amount and the Bank still filed the foreclosure action. IMGT and Partner Darren McDonough were able to get the bank to dismiss the foreclosure action. Making…

Differences Between Chapter 7 & Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

differences between bankruptcy 7 and bankruptcy 13

Chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcies each have their own advantages and disadvantages. However the main difference between chapter 7 bankruptcy and chapter 13 bankruptcy for an individual or a couple is usually about the retention of property. The most common question asked is, “Will I get to keep my house” although some wish to…