If You File For Bankruptcy Protection, Can You Still Be Evicted?
If you file for bankruptcy protection, can you still be evicted?
If you file for bankruptcy protection, will you still be evicted?
In many cases, this fear is completely unnecessary: bankruptcy law doesn't prohibit you from being evicted.
In fact, some bankruptcy courts have ruled that if you owe back rent at the time of your filing, bankruptcy law actually prevents landlords from evicting you while your case is pending. This can give you the time and freedom to focus on getting a fresh start through bankruptcy instead of worrying about how to come up with rent money every month.
The issue is further complicated by the fact that eviction laws vary significantly from state to state. In some states, a landlord can be evicted for nonpayment of rent even if it's a result of financial hardship or unemployment. So it's important to know what your state's law says about eviction during bankruptcy proceedings and how it applies to your particular situation.
If you have any questions or need a Bankruptcy Lawyer, please call this law firm for a free consultation.
Ascent Law LLC
8833 S Redwood Road Suite C
West Jordan UT 84088
(801) 676-5506
