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View Article  Bankruptcy and Discrimination
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Q: Can an employer terminate a debtor's employment solely because the person
was a bankruptcy debtor or failed to pay a debt that was discharged in
bankruptcy?

A: The law provides express prohibitions against discriminatory treatment of
debtors by both governmental units and private employers. A governmental
unit or private employer may not discriminate against a person solely
because the person was a debtor, was insolvent before or during the case, or
has not paid a ...   more »
View Article  Avoid Predatory Lenders
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Lots of dishonest, aggressive, lenders advertise their loans to homeowners
in financial need - people who have fallen behind on property taxes, need
money for medical bills or need costly home repairs. Instead of offering a
fair loan, these lenders use smooth-talking salespersons whose loans carry
high interest rates, outrageous fees, and unaffordable repayment terms. They
can trick you into taking out loans that you cannot afford to repay. Some
people even lose their homes to ...   more »