On behalf of (The Law Office of Kim Covington | Nov 24, 2013 | Chapter 13
Even though bankruptcies are approved in federal court, the laws surrounding bankruptcy vary by state. Belongings that are exempt in Oregon, for instance, may not be exempt in Ohio or New York. Chapter 13 has also allowed for some flexibility or creativity to...
On behalf of (The Law Office of Kim Covington | Nov 19, 2013 | Asset Forfeiture
Filing for bankruptcy is a viable option for those in Lane County who are truly struggling with overwhelming debt. It is not a decision that should be made capriciously or used to discharge debt that you simply don’t want to pay. Failure to comply with federal...
On behalf of (The Law Office of Kim Covington | Nov 15, 2013 | Medical Debt
It doesn’t matter if you are an avid runner or a couch potato; anyone can fall ill unexpectedly or get injured in a car accident and require medical treatment. Even with health insurance, it can be easy to rack up thousands of dollars in medical expenses. Those...
On behalf of (The Law Office of Kim Covington | Nov 7, 2013 | Credit Card Debt
There are many different reasons that couples in Lane County, OR choose to get married—to celebrate love, to start a family and to enjoy financial benefits. That last one might not be very romantic, but it is very real. Married couples often qualify for a lower tax...
