Reasons people file bankruptcy
I have been helping consumers file either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy since 2000 all over South Carolina. During this almost 20 year span, I often see the same...
COVID-19 AND FREE CONSULTATIONS
Stone Law Firm is pleased to announce that during the duration of the the virus pandemic, we will offer free Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy telephonic and zoom video...
Car Accident or Work Injury?
I am pleased to announce that my firm will be partnering with attorney Mark Calhoun to help my current and new clients who have been injured at work or suffered...
NEW BANKRUPTCY PODCAST
I am excited to announce that starting this month, the Stone Law Firm is starting our own podcast to talk about consumer bankruptcy issues. I hope this new podcast will...
DAVE RAMSEY INSTAGRAM BLOG
Many of you know I am a Dave Ramsey fan and I try to get many of you to either read his books or listen to his radio station. Using...
Can I go to jail for not paying my creditors?
I am sometimes asked by my new bankruptcy clients if they are going to jail for unpaid debts. Fortunately in the United States, unless you fail to pay some debts I...
Chapter 13 Plan Changes in South Carolina
This year (2019) has been an exciting year in Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases for South Carolina. Cases in the Columbia area are using a new plan form that allows for...
A loophole lets SC hospitals take millions from residents’ tax refunds for unpaid bills
South Carolina hospitals are using a loophole in state law to scoop millions of dollars a year from the pockets of the poorest of patients. It mostly takes place outside...
5 Student Debt Relief Programs You Need to Know About
If you’re among the 70 percent of American college graduates with student loan debt, chances are, you’d do just about anything to reduce the number of monthly payments. With student...
How to Stop Repossession
Did you know that about 107 million Americans (almost half the entire population) have an auto loan? This is a 25 percent increase from 80 million Americans in 2012. Clearly,...
10 Traits to Look for When Hiring a Debt Lawyer
The average debt in the U.S. has increased 11% over the past ten years to a staggering $134,643. It is no surprise that many people feel like they need assistance...