Author Archives: Lex Rogerson

Is Bankruptcy Really the Last Alternative?

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia bankruptcy lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. Last weekend I heard a Columbia radio advertisement for a debt adjustment service. Aiming his message at those with out-of-control debt, the announcer said, “Don’t file bankruptcy – that should be … Continue reading →

What Happens to Judgments in Bankruptcy?

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia bankruptcy lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. What happens to judgments in bankruptcy? I spoke with a client from Columbia last week who had three judgments on record against her. As I told her, one of the best … Continue reading →

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Taxes and Bankruptcy (Part Two)

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia bankruptcy lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. In “Taxes and Bankruptcy (Part One)”, I discussed the 3/2/240 rule for discharging income taxes in bankruptcy. Here in part two, I’ll give you some examples of how this rule works. … Continue reading →

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Taxes and Bankruptcy (Part One)

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. Congress has set out a list of 19 different kinds of special debts that people cannot cancel in bankruptcy. Among our Columbia area clients, one of the exceptions we encounter most … Continue reading →

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Bankruptcy and Your Personal Injury Case

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. If you have any kind of claim that could produce money or property for you, it’s critical that you tell your bankruptcy attorney all about it. Here’s why. Everyone who files … Continue reading →

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Five Things Your Bankruptcy Lawyer May Not Tell You

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. When reviewing your financial information, advising you about your options, and preparing to file a bankruptcy case, even the most careful bankruptcy attorney may not discuss everything that might be important … Continue reading →

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Stay Away from Wells Fargo if You’re Filing Bankruptcy

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. Filing bankruptcy is a big decision. You want things to go as smoothly as possible. The last thing you need is trouble with your bank. Filing bankruptcy when you have an … Continue reading →

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Filing Bankruptcy: Your Mortgage and Car Loan in Chapter 7

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. Many of my Lexington bankruptcy clients have serious debt problems but have managed to keep the payments current on their mortgages and car loans. Setting these debts as a first priority … Continue reading →

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Filing Bankruptcy: Your Mortgage and Car Loan

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. Recently a couple from Lexington consulted with me about bankruptcy and said they didn’t want to include their mortgage or car loan. When I asked what they meant, they said they … Continue reading →

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Columbia Bankruptcy Hearings: “What Do I Wear?”

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Lex Rogerson

Written by Lexington/Columbia Bankruptcy Lawyer, Lex A. Rogerson, Jr. Your bankruptcy hearing is important. Whether it’s in Columbia, South Carolina or anywhere else, what you wear can have an impact on your case. If you keep a few important things … Continue reading →

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