Military Personnel and Bankruptcy
No matter who is going through it, a bankruptcy is a difficult, stressful process. However, for members of the armed forces, a bankruptcy can be especially hard to manage alongside other duties. Long hours, stressful work environments, and having to serve overseas can all be enormous impediments to successfully navigating the complicated process of filing for bankruptcy. Fortunately, there are certain protections in place for members of the military who are going through bankruptcy.
If you or someone you know is in the military and needs assistance handling bankruptcy proceedings, an experienced legal professional can help make the process easier. Contact the Boca Raton bankruptcy lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., at 561-353-2800 to discuss your situation with a knowledgeable, understanding attorney.
Bankruptcy Laws for Military Members
Under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act of 2003, military personnel undergoing bankruptcy proceedings have several special protections. Among other things, members of the military may be protected against having to deal with:
- Credit card debt payments
- Mortgage payments
- Pending trials
- Taxes
- Lease termination
This is only a broad outline of the many protections now guaranteed to members of the armed forces who are going through bankruptcy.
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If you or a loved one has served in the armed forces and is considering filing for bankruptcy, you should not have to go through it alone. Contact the Boca Raton bankruptcy attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., at 561-353-2800 today to talk to an experienced bankruptcy lawyer and learn more about your rights.
