Federal litigation against major banks may give a victory to consumers nationwide, including in Arkansas. Many persons who received a discharge in bankruptcy found in recent years that the banks were continuing to report bills, such as credit card balances, as still...
In all bankruptcy districts, including in Arkansas, the debtor is given statutory exemptions to retain certain property in a bankruptcy. The Chapter 7 trustee has the obligation to sell the debtor's property that is not exempt, and to distribute the proceeds to the...
Most Americans, including Arkansas residents, strive to obtain a good credit record and score. It can be particularly important in buying a house or even a car, and for obtaining other kinds of personal credit. However, sometimes financial crises unavoidably occur,...
Even with medical insurance, many Americans nevertheless still struggle with medical bills. Medical debt sours the credit record and lowers the score, both in Arkansas and nationwide. Most people live on a very tight budget that cannot handle a substantial extra bill...