You were Injured While Serving In The Military – Are You Eligible For Any Benefits?

Were you injured while serving in the military? Are you wondering if you are eligible for benefits? The short answer is “maybe”.

There are a variety of benefits available to military members during and after military service. However, this particular article will focus on Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Disability Benefits.

In order to be eligible for VA Disability Benefits, you must have a “service-connected condition”, which means, an illness or injury that was caused, or made worse, by your active-duty service. The term “active-duty service” can have a lot of different meanings, depending on what context the term is being used. For purposes of the VA Disability Claims, “active-duty service” can refer to active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training. These terms can get very confusing, but the bottom line is, if you were Active Duty in the Military, or performed military duty in the National Guard or Reserves, and you have a current illness or injury that manifested or occurred while you were in a duty status, then it is possible you have a “service-connected condition” and could receive VA Disability Benefits.

When should you start your VA disability claim?

AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!

You can file a claim for disability benefits 180 to 90 days before you leave the military! This may help speed up the claim decision process so you can receive your benefits sooner.

If you were separated from the military and did not file for disability benefits yet, don’t fret! You can still apply at any time. However, the sooner you file, the less cumbersome the process could be.

For some conditions, The VA will automatically assume (or “presume”) that your service caused your condition. They call these presumptive conditions.

If you have a presumptive condition, you don’t need to prove that your service caused the condition. You only need to meet the service requirements for the presumption. There are many illnesses, injuries and disabilities that are presumed to be service connected under certain circumstances.

One example of a presumptive condition is disabilities that appear within 1 year after discharge.

You may be able to get disability benefits if you have signs of an illness, like hypertension (high blood pressure), arthritis, diabetes, or peptic ulcers (this list is not all inclusive) that started within a year after you were discharged from active military service. For more examples, check out Title 38 of the Code of Federal Regulations, 3.309(a) which contains a complete list of presumptive covered illnesses.

If your symptoms appear within one year after discharge, even if they weren’t present while you were serving, the VA can conclude that they’re related to your service.

Even if you did not file for disability benefits within a year of separation from military service, your illness or injury may still be found to be a “service-connected condition”. You will need to do more research and work with an accredited representative to ensure you get the benefits you deserve.

What happens if you are found to have a “service-connected condition”?

If you are found to have a “service-connected condition” that is at least 10% disabling, you may be provided tax-free monthly payments from the VA. You may also be entitled to Health Care. 

What should you do if you are not satisfied with your VA Disability rating or were denied benefits?

If you are not satisfied with your VA Disability rating, or were denied altogether, Stephanie Flynn Law, P.C., L.L.O. can help you file an appeal! Kristin DeJarlais with Stephanie Flynn Law, P.C., L.L.O. is an accredited attorney.

What is an Accredited Attorney and why do you care if you work with one?

Being an accredited attorney means that the Department of Veteran’s Affairs trusts us, as professionals, because we are trained and certified in the VA claims and appeals processes.[1] In order to be an accredited representative, Kristin DeJarlais was required to pass a background check and take continuing-education courses to make sure she represents you with the most up-to-date information. Out of the thousands of attorneys licensed to practice law in Nebraska, Kristin is one of only 29 attorneys in the state who are accredited attorneys from the VA Office of the General Counsel authorized to legally represent a Veteran, Service member, dependent or survivor before the VA.  

What does it cost to use an Accredited Attorney?

In general, no individual or organization may charge you a fee to help you file your initial application for benefits. But they may charge you for unusual expenses. It’s only after the VA has made a decision about your original claim that VA-accredited attorneys may charge for their services. Make sure you ask up front what, if any, fees you’ll be charged.

If you are interested in more information, please contact us at (402) 325-8469 or you may learn more at: https://www.stephanieflynnlaw.com

We look forward to helping you get the benefits you are entitled to!

 

[1] https://www.va.gov/disability/get-help-filing-claim/ (accessed 2023.05.25)

Finding a the Right Personal Injury Attorney

Finding a Personal Injury Attorney
Anyone can Google “personal injury attorney near me” or other similar phrase and find dozens, if not hundreds of attorneys who handle personal injury claims. So finding a personal injury attorney is not a difficult feat. However, finding the right personal injury attorney can be much more difficult.

Finding the Right Personal Injury Attorney
The attorney-client relationship is like any other type of relationship when it comes to what’s needed for the relationship to be successful. A successful attorney-client relationship requires:
• Good communication
• Mutual respect
• Trust
• Common goals

If you’ve been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you may be able to seek financial compensation for the unexpected expenses and other losses you’ve incurred. This is often achieved through a personal injury claim against the at-fault individual or business.

Most people understand that being sued is an incredibly stressful event. But fewer people understand that being a plaintiff in a personal injury case can be equally taxing on your mind and emotional state. Psychologists have used the terms “critogenesis” and “litigation response syndrome” to describe emotional injuries caused by litigation.

While it’s impossible to avoid the negative impacts of your personal injury claim completely, there are ways to limit the impact. One very important thing you can do is to pick the right attorney. This is imperative to mitigating the stress of your personal injury claim.

Why Should I Hire Your Firm for my Personal Injury Case?
You're hurt, frustrated, and angry. We understand and want to help you through this tough time. We could try to impress you with stats about how many cases we have successfully settled, the figures of large settlements we have obtained for clients, or the number of combined decades of experience the Firm has, but those things aren’t that important to finding the right attorney for you.

Here are some of the things that set us apart from other Firms:

1. Experience with similar claims.
We have extensive knowledge of the law, insurance company tactics, and previous case history saving you a lot of stress, time and research.

2. No fees if you don't win your case.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don't pay us for our time if you don’t recover any money. When you do recover compensation for your injury, our fee will be paid out of the settlement you receive, so there is no upfront payment required.*

3. We save you precious time.
Do you have hours and hours to request and review your own medical records? Review police and medical charts? Communicate back and forth with the insurance adjuster? Probably not. Let us, the professionals with experience in these type of matters, handle this for you.

4. We know investigators.
If there is a question of assets, insurance, or liability, you need to know how to prove your case. We know the professionals that can help us find this information and build your claim.

5. Experience working with other lawyers.
Did you know that bankruptcy, divorce, criminal charges, and more can all affect your personal injury case? We do! And we can work with other attorneys you may have handling these matters to reach a solution in your best interest. We are also familiar with working with Defense attorneys should your case progress past negotiations and move into the litigation phase.

6. Knowledge of the personal injury process.
We have spent years learning the ins and outs of personal injury law. This vast knowledge arms us with the tools needed to effectively negotiate your personal injury settlement. Or, go to trial, if necessary.

7. Settlements are higher.
We know it's not always fair, but people who hire attorneys statistically receive more money in their personal injury settlement. Even after paying the attorney fees, on average, our clients still walk away with more money than they would have received representing themselves.

8. We can go to trial.
In the event your personal injury negotiations do not resolve the matter satisfactorily, we can represent you at trial. You can represent yourself, but the odds of you getting a good result against an experienced defense attorney is low. Our Firm has significant trial experience and knows how to present a winning case to a jury.

Navigating the personal injury claims process can be confusing and stressful, particularly if you are still recovering from significant injuries. Let us help you get the compensation you deserve.

If you are interested in hiring an attorney to help you through this process, contact us at https://stephanieflynnlaw.com/contact or call (402) 325-8469 and one of our specialists will assist you in setting up a consultation.

*If the Firm is fired prior to a settlement being negotiated, the Firm may place a lien on your settlement proceeds to be reimbursed for work completed by the Firm. There may be times when Client’s are required to prepay costs associated with trial such as filing fees and witness fees. All of this is set out in further detail in Client’s Fee Agreements.

"Buy Now Pay Later" Option Now Available!

Stephanie Flynn Law is excited to announce a new payment option for our clients: ClientCredit. Powered by LawPay, ClientCredit is a flexible "Buy Now, Pay Later" option with no hidden fees and no surprises. To learn more about ClientCredit, you can read the FAQs here. Please note this new payment option, and is in addition to the options we already offer. Clients can use whichever payment method is preferred by the Client.

Payment through ClientCredit is subject to eligibility. Payment options through Affirm are provided by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders. Click here for additional information.

To take advantage of ClientCredit, simply look for the “Pay Later” option on the “Advanced Fees” and “Invoice Payment” pages found here. Selecting this option will open an online application for financing through Affirm. To apply, you’ll enter a few pieces of information and then get a real-time decision.

Stephanie Flynn Law, P.C., L.L.O. enjoyed another team bonding experience. We are saying goodbye to Peyton who will be returning to Vermont for his schedule year of Law School. But we are welcoming Ashtyn as the Firm’s new receptionist and legal secretary.

Stephanie Flynn Law Welcomes Of Counsel, Kristin DeJarlais

Kristin DeJarlais has joined Stephanie Flynn Law as Of Counsel. Kristin comes to the Firm with over 19 years of legal experience as well as extensive training and experience in mediation. Kristin’s focus at the Firm is that in the areas of Estate Planning and Probate, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Veterans Benefits and Military Law, and Mediation. Kristin primarily works remotely from out of state, but typically comes to the office once a quarter to be present in-person.

Click here to learn more about Kristin.

Stephanie Flynn Law Welcomes a New Associate!

Sarah Taylor recently joined the Firm as an Associate Attorney. Sarah has been practicing law since 2016 and comes to the Firm with a wealth of knowledge in the areas of Juvenile Law, Criminal Law, Family Law, Social Security Disability, Bankruptcy, and Special Education. Sarah also has significant experience in the areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Negotiations, and Mediation, all of which help Sarah to effectively resolve legal issues for her clients.

If you want to schedule a time to meet with Sarah to discuss your case, contact the Firm, or call (402) 325-8469 to schedule an appointment.

Juvenile Court: Law Violations

The purpose of the juvenile court system, as it relates to juveniles charged with law violations (what would otherwise be charged as criminal offenses if charged in adult court) is to be rehabilitative and not punitive. This structure is intended to benefit the juveniles accused by responding to the juvenile and their needs rather than focusing on the act of offense committed. Additionally, disposition is designed with the juvenile offender in mind rather than following determinate sentencing guidelines like criminal court. Given this structural difference, the rights of juveniles going through the juvenile court will differ slightly than the rights of an adult in criminal court.

The State is still required to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the juvenile committed an offense to warrant adjudication. During this process the juvenile is entitled to the following rights:

(1) notice provided to juvenile of the charges against them;
(2) notice provided to the parents of the juveniles of the charges against the juvenile;
(3) assistance of counsel;
(4) right to confront witnesses and cross-examine witnesses; and
(5) right to remain silent.

The biggest difference between a juvenile court adjudication and a criminal trial is that juveniles are not entitled to a jury trial. The main argument behind that is that the Constitution only requires jury trials in specific criminal cases. Since juvenile court is outside that scope, there is no Constitutional guarantee. In ruling on this issue, the court in McKeiver v. Pennsylvania expressed concern that if the right to a jury trial was injected into the juvenile court system as a matter of right, it would bring the unnecessary delay and give way to an adversarial proceeding which is not the goal of juvenile court.  

By: Abby Kuntz

Owning Animals in the City of Lincoln

Owning Dogs in Lincoln, Nebraska
Do you know the laws for owning a pet in the city of Lincoln? The first thing to know is that you can only own three (3) dogs. If you are anything like me, I know that you want to save all the dogs in the shelters, but you are only allowed three dogs. If you have more than three (3) dogs in one home in the city of Lincoln, Nebraska, you could face criminal charges.

Licensing Pets in Lincoln, Nebraska
One of the most important things to know for both Cat and Dog owners in Lincoln, Nebraska is that anyone with a Cat or Dog over the age of six (6) months old is required to have the pet licensed and the pet must have their rabies vaccination.  Did you know that you had to license your pet? Do you know how to license your pet? You can go to http://lincoln.ne.gov/city/health/animal/permits.htm to find more information regarding licensing of pets in Lincoln, Nebraska. The fees to license your pet are also located on the web-page listed above.

Why does Lincoln want pets licensed?
The City wants you to put the tag that you get from licensing your pet on their collar., that way if you pet gets lost or injured, the city can return your pet back to you.

How long is the licenses valid for?
The license is valid for one year from the date of purchase.

What if you are late at re-registering your pet?
If you are 31 days or more after the expiration date, then there is a $15.00 fee added on to your renewal. 

What information do I need in order to purchase a pet license?
You need the date and location of your pets most recent rabies vaccination. You will also need to take a picture of its rabies tag. Along with that, if your pet is altered, then you will need the date and place of where your pet was spayed or neutered. In addition, you will need a picture of the documentation that says that the spaying or neutering was completed.            

What happens if I don’t register my pet?
If you do not register your pet, and you get caught, you could face criminal charges and have to go to court. You could be fined a $100.00 and may also be ordered pay court costs, which are approximately $48.00.

If you are facing criminal charges related to your pets, contact criminal defense attorneys at Stephanie Flynn Law, or call (402) 325-8469 for help.

By: Samantha Hogan

Automobile Exception to Search and Seizure Rule

Right to be Free from Unreasonable Searches and Seizures
The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees “the right of the people to be secure in their person, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized”. However, since the drafting of the constitution, there have been numerous exceptions carved out by the Supreme Court of the United States. One such exception is the Automobile Exception.

The Automobile Exception
The Automobile Exception is a rule that allows law enforcement to search a vehicle without a warrant. The rule only applies if the police have probable cause to believe contraband is present.  Law enforcement can search the vehicle without a warrant because (1) vehicles are readily movable and (2) there is a lesser degree of protection in a vehicle than ones house or other property. The rationale is that vehicles don’t have a heightened privacy expectation because the government regulates them with inspections in licensing.

What can law enforcement search?
Under United States v. Ross (1982), when law enforcement has probable cause to justify a warrantless search of a vehicle, law enforcement may search the entire vehicle and open any packages or luggage found in the vehicle that could reasonably contain the items for which the police have probable cause to search.

Who can law enforcement search? 
Under Wyoming v. Houghton (1999), the Supreme Court ruled that passengers of vehicles can be searched if the vehicle is being searched, so long as there is probable cause. Individualized probable cause for each person is not required. Meaning that if there is probable cause to search the vehicle, then there is likely probable cause to search all persons located inside the vehicle.

Right to Suppress Evidence
If evidence is seized from your or your vehicle as a result of a warntless search under the automobile exception, you have the right to contest the search and seizure by way of a Motion to Suppress. In order to be successful on a Motion to Suppress evidence, you must be able to show that the police did not have probable cause to search the vehicle or your person. If successful, any evidence seized from you or your vehicle will be suppressed and cannot be used by the State at trial.

If evidence has been seized from you and you need help seeking to suppress the evidence from being used against you at trial, contact the criminal defense attorneys at Stephanie Flynn Law, or call (402) 325-8469 for help.

By: Abby Kuntz

Removal of 10/4 custody rule in Lancaster County, Nebraska

The Firm wrote a blog article in September 2019 regarding the decision in Kaaden S. v. Jeffrey T. v. Mandy S., 303 Neb. 933 (2019). This case held that there is “no custody or parenting time arrangement is either favored or disfavored as a matter of law”. Prior to this case, joint custody was reserved for “the most rare of cases”. The Kaiden S. case makes it clear that joint custody most be considered in all cases, although, it still will not always be appropriate for joint custody to be awarded in all cases. Instead, trial judges are to “ensure that custody and parenting time determinations are focused on the best interests of the child, trial judges must be able to base their determinations on actual, not presumed, facts.”

In 2010, the Lancaster County District Courts, District 3, amended their local rules with regards to parenting time. The Parenting Time Schedule that was included in the Local Rules of the District Court of District 3 included standard parenting time for non-custodial parents. In addition to holidays, the non-custodial parent had pandering time as follows:

10 day/4 day parenting: Commencing_________ , 20__, every other week beginning on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. (or the conclusion of school or school activities, whichever is later) until the following Monday at 8:00 a.m. (or the commencement of the school day, whichever is earlier. 

For years the 10/4 rule, as it was often referred to, was considered the standard parenting time in Lancaster County. It was typically presumed that joint custody would not be ordered unless the parents agreed to it, or it was a vary rare case, and that one parent would end up with parenting time every other Thursday afternoon to Monday morning. 

Such parenting time was unique to Lancaster County. No other District in Nebraska had a similar local rule with regards to parenting time. Typically other districts followed the Wilson v. Wilson plan. Like District 3, Wilson included standard holidays, but the weekend parenting time was typically presumed to be, and ordered to be, Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, rather than the Thursday to Monday that Lancaster county often ordered.  

After the ruling in Kaaden S., Lancaster County completely removed the 10/4 day parenting that was part of the local rules. Now the only parenting time that is included in District 3 local rules is the holiday parenting time. This clearly shows a shift in the way custody cases will be handled in Nebraska. There is no presumption of custody, whether joint or sole. Each case is to be decided based on the merits and facts of the case. 

While there is no longer a presumption of the type of custody that should be ordered in Nebraska, there seems to be a push for parents to exercise joint custody. More and more judges seem to be ordering joint custody unless parents can prove that joint custody is not appropriate in a case. Although, this is not what the case law says. The case law indicates that the court is to decide custody based on the unique circumstances in each case. 

Conclusion 

While there is no presumption of custody in Nebraska, either joint or sole, since the Kaaden S. case was decided, it is much more likely that joint custody will be ordered unless there are facts or circumstances to suggest that joint custody is not appropriate. 

If you are in the middle of a custody proceeding and need help, contact the custody attorneys at Stephanie Flynn  Law, or call (402) 325-8469 to schedule an appointment. 

Problem Solving Courts

Do you feel like the criminal justice system is not helping you with your underlining issue? Do you suffer from substance abuse? Mental Health? Did your children get removed because of Domestic Violence

Nebraska courts believe it or not want to help you get the help you need. It is not always about punishments. The Nebraska Supreme Court set up a committee of members from the courts, probation, law enforcement, and the legal community called the Nebraska Supreme Court Committee on Problem-Solving Courts. Their purpose statement is: “The purpose of the committee will be to evaluate the feasibility of implementing ‘drug courts’ or other similar ‘community courts’ in Nebraska. The committee will advise the Supreme Court as to whether such courts would have a positive effect on the administration of justice in the State and, if so, to provide the Court with recommendations as to the structure and integration of such courts into our judicial system.”

The problem courts that we have in Lancaster County are: Adult Drug Court, Family Dependency Court (aka Separate Juvenile Court), Juvenile Drug Court, and Veterans Treatment Court. Each Court works on different things that are unique to those individuals that are part of the system. The Court is a team setting. Everyone involved just wants to help you succeed from the judge, to the prosecutor, and your defense counsel. You will have a team of other people from a coordinator, community supervision officer, law enforcement, and treatment providers all working to the same goal as you. If that is to not go to jail or not having your kids taken away. (To learn more: https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/courts/problem-solving-courts and https://nebraskalegislature.gov/pdf/reports/research/snapshot_courts_2019.pdf)

The Juvenile Court in Lancaster county deals with issues from truancy or law violations of a minor all the way up to abuse and neglect of a minor. In Juvenile Court you can take a “track” that specializes in Domestic Violence if that is an issue that is going on within your family. Juvenile Court consists of hearings and team meetings (this is where you meet with your attorney, the department, Guardian Ad Litem, etc. to get the support you need on whatever issues you may be having).

Adult Drug Courts Mission: “to increase public safety by providing a program that facilitates access to treatment, implements intensive case management, decreases substance abuse, and returns law abiding, productive, and responsible citizens to their families and the community.” (To learn more: https://www.lancaster.ne.gov/193/Adult-Drug-Court)

Veterans Treatment Courts Mission: “to honor the service of justice-involved veterans by providing a rehabilitative program that combines intensive judicial supervision and treatment services to address veteran’s service-related experiences and enhances public safety by returning law-abiding and productive citizens to the community.” (To learn more: https://www.lancaster.ne.gov/961/Veterans-Treatment-Court)

By: Samantha Hogan

Are prenuptial agreements enforceable?

For a premarital agreement to be enforceable in Nebraska it must be in writing and signed by both parties prior to the marriage. However, the agreement won’t actually take effect until the marriage of the parties. Agreements signed after the marriage are not valid in Nebraska. Post-nuptial or ante-nuptial agreements are entered into after the parties are married, but they are not recognized in Nebraska.

The general requirements to enforce a prenuptial agreement in Nebraska are as follows:

  • both parties must sign the agreement';

  • the signing of the agreement must be voluntary (not under force of threat, fraud, or coercion);

  • the agreement must not be unconscionable (unfair) when it was signed; and

  • prior to the signing of the agreement each party must be given disclosure of the property and financial obligations of the other party or waive the right, in writing, to such disclosure or have reasonable knowledge, or could have obtained reasonable knowledge, of the other’s financial situation,.

Nebraska law also sates that if the agreement modifies or eliminations spousal support (alimony), which causes one party to e eligible for support under a program of public assistance at the time of separation or dissolution, the court may find such a clause void and provide support to one party, to the extent necessary to avoid eligibility under a state aid program.

There are also some things that could affect the validity of a premarital agreement and make it unenforceable. Here are some things that might make a prenuptial agreement unenforceable:

  • the agreement was not signed by both of the parties;

  • the agreement was not signed prior to the marriage of the parties;

  • the language in the agreement is unclear;

  • the agreement was singed under coercion or threat by one or both of the parties; or

  • the agreement is unconscionable (unfair) when signed;

    • a court could find a premarital agreement unconscionable if there was not a full and complete disclosure of debts and assets of one or both of the parties.

If any portion of a prenuptial agreement is found to be invalid, the validity of such portion of the agreement does not necessarily make the entire agreement invalid. Ultimately it is up to the court presiding over the legal separation or divorce of the parties to determine if the agreement is valid and enforceable if the is a dispute among the parties.

If you would like to have a prenuptial agreement drafted, contact Stephanie Flynn Law or call (402) 325-8469 for experienced legal help.

New Associate at Stephanie Flynn Law!

Congratulations to Abby Kuntz who passed the July 2019 Nebraska Bar Exam and was sworn in as an attorney last week. Abby is eager to start representing clients! Abby already has significant courtroom experience from the various clinics she participated in while in law school as well as hearings she has participated in since being sworn in.

If you want to schedule a time to meet with Abby to discuss your case, contact the Firm, or call (402) 325-8469 to schedule an appointment.

What is the automatic stay in a bankruptcy proceeding?

Automatic Stay acts as an Injunction

Typically, when a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is filed with the bankruptcy court, an automatic stay goes into effect. The Automatic Stay acts as an injunction that, with certain exceptions, prevents creditors for contacting a debtor who has declared bankruptcy in an attempt to collect a debt.

What does the Automatic Stay do for Debtors?

Automatic stay provisions work to protect the debtor against certain actions from the creditor, including, but not limited to:

  • commencing or continuing judicial proceedings (filing a collection action with a court) against the debtor (generally prohibits most creditors from commencing or continuing with collection activities);

  • taking actions to obtain debtor's property;

  • taking actions to create, perfect or enforce a lien (interest granted over an debtor’s property to secure the payment of a debt) on debtor's property;

  • stopping pending eviction actions;

  • suspending (temporarily stopping) a foreclosure action;

  • preventing utilities from being disconnected for at least 20 days; and

  • stop wage garnishments and have certain garnished monies reinstated to the debtor.

When does the Stay take effect?

Under section 362 of the United States Bankruptcy Code, the stay begins at the moment the bankruptcy Petition is filed.However, secured creditors (those whose debts are secured by assets of the debtor) can petition the bankruptcy court for relief from the automatic stay so that the debts may be collected.

Are there things that the Automatic Stay does not cover?

The short answer is yes. Creditors with secured debts may ask for relief from the Automatic Stay. Also, Congress has provided that debtors who have creditors with a security interest in real estate can be required to continue making monthly payments to the secured creditor.

The Automatic Stay also does not prevent a landlord from filing to evict a tenant after the automatic stay goes into effect when the basis of the eviction is for use of illegal substances or "endangerment of the property”. And landlords who received a court order granting the eviction prior to the filing of the bankruptcy proceeding may continue to enforce the order of evidence even after the Automatic Stay goes into effect.

The length of the Automatic Stay may also be limited, or the Debtor may be required to file a request for an automatic stay to be put into effect if the debtor has filed other bankruptcy proceedings within the previous year prior.

What if a creditor tries to collect a debt during the bankruptcy proceeding?

If a creditor continues to try to collect a debt after the filing of a bankruptcy proceeding, the creditor may be violating bankruptcy’s automatic stay.

If you need help filing for bankruptcy, contact the bankruptcy lawyers at Stephanie Flynn Law, or call (402) 325-8469 to schedule an appointment.