student loans

The Craziness of Student Loan (Non) Dischargeability

December 4th, 2011  |  2 Comments ››

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Student loans are, practically speaking, almost non-dischargeable in bankruptcy.  The Bankruptcy Code and the law interpreting it says, in essence, that the debtor must be disabled ... Continue Reading »

Wage Garnishment in South Carolina (or not?)

July 24th, 2011  |  1 Comment ››

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Wage garnishment is extremely limited in South Carolina, though debt collectors will attempt to convince you otherwise. Still, there are exceptions you need to understand. While almost ... Continue Reading »

South Carolina Bankruptcy Court Rules on Student Loan Discharge

September 5th, 2010  |  No Comments ››

Guest Post Written by Brandon Moreno of the Utah Bankruptcy Hotline The South Carolina Bankruptcy Court recently issued an opinion clarifying the circumstances in which it is possible to obtain a discharge ... Continue Reading »

Bankruptcy Fears: “Nothing to Fear But Fear Itself”

July 10th, 2010  |  No Comments ››

Written by Charleston Bankruptcy Lawyer, Russell A. DeMott Bankruptcy and financial problems can be scary.   And you don't realize how terrifying financial problems can be until you've been there yourself. I was chatting with ... Continue Reading »

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