Legal Help For Wisconsinites Who Have Debt

When bills have become out of control, you are left feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. The last thing anyone in this situation needs is to be harassed or taken advantage of by banks, creditors, collection agencies or payday loan lenders. When you find yourself in a desperate financial crisis, we don’t want you to lose your home, your car, or hope. We want you to know that there are Wisconsin laws designed to protect consumers and debtors who struggle with debt. The laws outlined on this page apply to collection of unpaid bills whether you file bankruptcy or not. Also, these laws continue to offer protection during and even after filing bankruptcy.

Key Laws For Bankrupt Wisconsin Residents

The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention & Consumer Protection Act ,(BAPCPA). This act was passed in 2005 to protect WI consumers and support bankruptcy abuse prevention. Many amendments to the bankruptcy code have been passed since its inception, including a requirement to take a “means test” to determine if a debtor is qualified to file either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. The means test is administered and submitted by a local bankruptcy attorney to determine current monthly income, expenses and eligibility. For example, if the current monthly income is higher than the median income then Chapter 7 cannot be filed safely without abusing bankruptcy laws. Here are a handful of the 2016 bankruptcy code amendments that impacted the Consumer Protection Act: Production of Tax Returns and other documents, the bankruptcy Means Test, limits on Automatic Stay, and more protection for consumers after bankruptcy has been filed.
The Wisconsin Consumer Act. Sometimes banks or other creditors will carry out behavior which is illegal according to the WI Consumer act. For example, they may try to continue to collect for debt that is no longer the responsibility of the debtor. In the event that this happens to you, is important to have a general understanding of consumer protections such as The Wisconsin Consumer Act.
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. (FDCPA) The Federal Trade Commission protects consumers through the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. This includes the prevention of fraud, deception, or misrepresentation by those entities who wish to collect unpaid bills and loans. This act pertains to household debts, personal debts, and family debt such as medical bills, car loans or credit cards. However, it does not cover debts incurred to run a business.

Bankruptcy To Prevent Legal Actions

If debt isn’t paid, any silence will be short-lived. Keep in mind, The best way to stop debt collectors is to have a debt resolution or repayment plan in place. Consider Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. As soon as bankruptcy is declared, the “automatic stay” is set forth which can stop the actions noted below. For serious debt, bankruptcy has the most effective means to stop legal actions against your property and wages. Timing is of the utmost importance.

Prevent Foreclosure
Stop Debt Collector
Avoid Car Repos
End Wage Garnishments
Keep Utilities On
Read more about how bankruptcy can protect you.

How To File Bankruptcy In Wisconsin

No matter where you are in Wisconsin, your first step should be to speak with an attorney that can relate to your financial situation and can clearly explain you’re your rights. Take the time to fill out a request for a free consultation; it’s the single most important thing that you can do right now. We offer consultations in person as well as virtually. The people you’ll speak with at Debt Advisors are bankruptcy experts regarding both Wisconsin and Federal bankruptcy. We have (7) office locations across Wisconsin. Voted #1 bankruptcy law firm since 2012; we have the experience and know-how to get you out of debt and on to a fresh new start. But don’t take our word for it – hear what our clients have to say about us!

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