Tag Archives: Student Loan Debt Relief
Can Bankruptcy Erase My Student Loans?
One of my law school professors told us that “You never get anything unless you ask.” That seems like a fairly straightforward proposition. But if the student loan discharge statistics are any indication, most Chapter 7 attorneys have not learned this lesson. In places like Illinois, where the Brunner Rule is still in effect,… Read More »
Bankruptcy: Help For Student Loan Borrowers
Forty-four million Americans owe a collective $1.4 trillion in education debt, a staggering total that works out to just under $40,000 per graduate. Because of the large monthly payment, many borrowers must put off large purchases, like houses and cars. Furthermore, a significant percentage of these loans are in delinquency, which indicates that the… Read More »
