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Ineligibility criteria for Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing

Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceedings have historically been dependent on the judge’s and court’s discretion. Most debtors were discharged even if they were found to be financially capable of repaying debts under Chapter 13. The new paradigm shift in the law, however, makes a distinction. Eligibility criteria are fixed for debtors to qualify for Chapter 7 […]