Pa. Dems Seek National Convention Delegates Now!
This flash from the Democratic Party of Pennsylvania: There are only eight days left to apply to be a delegate at the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee. Fill out the delegate pledge form by 5:00 p.m. on Jan. 27 to run for delegate. Pledging is the first step toward representing Pennsylvania when Democrats nominate […]
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BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: When can I file for bankruptcy again? Answer: If your bankruptcy was dismissed because you failed to make payments to the trustee, failed to provide necessary documents, or for some other reason, you can usually file again immediately. However, if your bankruptcy was successful and […]
BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: Will filing for bankruptcy affect my job or future employment? Answer: A person filing for bankruptcy will often worry that it will affect their employment or could them to be passed over for a potential job. Although your employer may learn about your bankruptcy, your […]
The Philadelphia Bar Association is holding its 2019 annual luncheon meeting today, at which its new Chancellor, the Hon. A. Michael Snyder (Ret.), will be introduced. Judge Snyder who will serve as the 93rd Chancellor of the PBA, assumes leadership in the Association with a broad range of activities on behalf of the Association and […]
DA’s Office Files Charges Following Arrest of Philadelphia Police Officer
December 12, 2019 No Comment
District Attorney Larry Krasner on Wednesday announced charges against Sgt. Jason Reid following a Philadelphia Police Department Internal Affairs investigation and arrest. Reid is alleged to have assaulted an individual placed under arrest on June 8, 2019, and to have lied about the circumstances of the assault. The Internal Affairs investigation found that Reid’s statements […]
BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: What happens to my retirement plan if I file for bankruptcy? Answer: Usually, you can keep your pension or retirement plan funds when you file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Typically, the entire account is protected if it is ERISA qualified. Most 401(k)s, […]
BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: Can filing for bankruptcy take my Social Security away? Answer: A major concern for filing bankruptcy is whether your Social Security funds can be taken from you. The good news is that Social Security benefits are exempt and therefore protected in bankruptcy. This means you […]
State Rep. Martina White (R-Northeast) released a statement in response to being elected the chairwoman of the Philadelphia Republican Party – the first female chair of either major political party in our city: “I am honored to be elected as the next chairwoman of the Philadelphia Republican Party,” said White. “As when our country was […]
Mayor Kenney has called on the Board of Trustees of the Free Library of Philadelphia to completely eliminate the use of fines for overdue books. The Board is scheduled to vote on this action at its upcoming meeting on Dec. 11. “While we want to ensure that library users return their materials, late fines for […]
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Pa. Dems Seek National Convention Delegates Now!
This flash from the Democratic Party of Pennsylvania: There are only eight days ...
Understanding Bankruptcy 1/9/2020
BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: When can...
Understanding Bankruptcy Dec. 12, 2019
BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: Will fil...
Judge Snyder to Lead Philadelphia Bar Association
The Philadelphia Bar Association is holding its 2019 annual luncheon meeting t...
DA’s Office Files Charges Following Arrest of Philadelphia Police Officer
District Attorney Larry Krasner on Wednesday announced charges against Sgt. Ja...
Understanding Bankruptcy, 12/4/2019
BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: What hap...
Understanding Bankruptcy, Nov. 27, 2019
BY MICHAEL A. CIBIK, ESQ. AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY BOARD CERTIFIED Question: Can fili...
Martina White: Philly GOP Sees a New Day
State Rep. Martina White (R-Northeast) released a statement in response to bei...
Mayor Kenney Calls for Free Library to Go Fine-Free
Mayor Kenney has called on the Board of Trustees of the Free Library of Philad...