Nov 13, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Casey Taylor
Two Montgomery businesses are preparing to close facilities before the end of 2026, with a combined 117 employees potentially affected by the changes.
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Nov 9, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Federal student loan repayment changed in 2026. Learn how RAP, the Tiered Standard Plan, and other debt relief options may affect borrowers managing multiple debts.
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Oct 29, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Learn what happens to student loan debt in bankruptcy after default, when undue hardship may apply, and how bankruptcy could affect other debts.
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Oct 22, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Falling behind on utility bills can put essential services at risk. Learn how bankruptcy may affect utility shutoffs, past-due bills, and future service.
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Oct 12, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Alabama’s new homestead exemption law increases home-equity protection for qualifying seniors and people with disabilities who file bankruptcy.
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Sep 28, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Casey Taylor
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes A no-asset Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Alabama does not mean you own nothing. Instead, it means the Chapter 7 trustee determines that there is no nonexempt property available to sell and distribute to unsecured creditors. Many people worry that filing Chapter 7 will cause them to lose their home, vehicle, …
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Sep 17, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Casey Taylor
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes One of the biggest concerns people have before filing bankruptcy is whether they will lose their home, vehicle, furniture, or other belongings. Bankruptcy does require a debtor to disclose property, but that does not mean everything is automatically taken. Bankruptcy exemptions are legal protections that may allow a person to …
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Sep 7, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Spencer W. Jones
Flagstone Foods plans to lay off 98 employees at its Dothan facility beginning October 22, 2026, creating uncertainty for affected workers and their families.
read more: Flagstone Foods Announces 98 Layoffs in Dothan
Sep 3, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes When business debt becomes difficult to manage, understanding personal vs. business bankruptcy is an important first step. The right approach may depend on whether the debt belongs to the individual, the business, or both. Business structure, personal guarantees, ownership of assets, and plans for the company can all affect which …
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Aug 24, 2026 | Bankruptcy, Christopher Stanfield
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Making the final payment on a Chapter 13 repayment plan is an important milestone. After spending several years following a court-approved plan, it can feel as though the bankruptcy should end immediately. However, the final payment is usually followed by a closing process. The trustee and court may need to …
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