Entries by Ken Gibert

Should you Go Pro Se in Debt Defense

If you’re being sued for debt, do you need a lawyer? Or can you defend yourself? Obviously lawyers can be very expensive, but there are times when the expense is well worth it. Here are some pros and cons of going pro se in debt law. We think it can make sense for a lot […]

Bankruptcy – what it is and how it works

When people are being sued for debts, they often panic and look for the quickest, easiest, or least scary way out. Bankruptcy sometimes seems to be that way. What is bankruptcy? and how does it work? How does it affect some of your other rights? What Bankruptcy is Most people have an intuitive idea of […]

To Sue You or Not to Sue You – What Matters to Debt Collectors

If you are behind in paying some bills and are considering negotiating with someone bugging you for money, what are the factors you need to consider as you prepare for and then talk with them? We have discussed elsewhere the need not to “give away” information carelessly. In this article we discuss the negotiations more […]