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Do You Believe in Miracles

The United States Olympic Committee awards cash prizes for bringing home the gold, and silver and bronze. These prizes are taxable despite complaints from lawmakers that, like the games themselves, roll around every couple of years. However, for most athletes … Continue reading

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Bankruptcy and Divorce

Generally, you cannot get rid of your child support or alimony payments in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.  These amounts even include property settlements from a divorce.  However, some of these may be eliminated in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If you … Continue reading

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Business Bankruptcy Filings Increase

In comparing October 2016 to October 2015, business bankruptcy filings has increased 21% nationwide according to Epic Systems, Inc.  In October 2016, 401 business bankruptcy filings occurred. If you are interested in learning more about bankruptcy, contact our law office … Continue reading

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Bankruptcy Filings are at Lowest Level Since 2006

In 2016, approximately 45,000 less bankruptcy cases nationwide were filed than the year 2015.  The bankruptcy filings for 2016 are the lowest they have been since 2006. If you are interested in filing for bankruptcy or would like to speak … Continue reading

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Camron Hoorfar is named 2017 Lawyer of Distinction

Based upon Camron Hoorfar’s Avvo.com rating and numerous favorable reviews, Lawyers of Distinction has named Camron Hoorfar a 2017 Lawyer of Distinction. This award is generally given to the top ten percent (10%) of attorneys in the area. If you are … Continue reading

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Logan’s Roadhouse Emerges from Bankruptcy

The parent company of Logan’s Roadhouse has announced recently that it will emerge from bankruptcy with a new menu and a new marketing campaign. If you are interested in filing for bankruptcy, contact our law office at 816-524-4949 or visit … Continue reading

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Relief from Fraudulent Student Loans

Students and parents who obtained a student loan for a school that subsequently closed can apply to have their student loans forgiven.  In order to qualify, the school must have closed before the student obtained a degree or the school … Continue reading

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Camron Hoorfar is Named 2016 SuperLawyer

Camron Hoorfar, owner of the Law Office of Camron Hoorfar, P.C., was recently named as a 2016 SuperLawyer in the area of Consumer Bankruptcy.  To see the SuperLawyer Magazine, please visit:  http://digital.superlawyers.com/superlawyers/mkslrs14/?pg=65&pm=2&u1=friend

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Bankruptcy Fun FAQs

In 2015, 5 people for every 1,000 filed for bankruptcy.  In 2016, that number decreased to 2 people per 1,000.  However, some famous people who have filed for bankruptcy are: 50 Cent, Wayne Newton, Tom Petty, MC Hammer, and Toni … Continue reading

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Hulk Hogan Receives $31,000,000 Settlement

Gawker Media, LLC has reached a $31 million settlement with Hulk Hogan in order to satisfy Mr. Hogan’s judgment against Gawker for $140 million.  The settlement must be approved by a bankruptcy judge since Gawker filed for bankruptcy after the … Continue reading

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