When you file for bankruptcy, collections must halt. This is thanks to the automatic stay that kicks in when a debtor seeks bankruptcy protection.<\/p>\n
While the bankruptcy itself is quite complex and complicated, there is no doubt about what an automatic stay means when bankruptcy protection is sought. Once you have filed, all of the creditors that you listed are told you have filed for bankruptcy via first class mail. This doesn\u2019t mean the calls stop the day you file, as typically, it takes about seven-to-ten days before the phone calls will end completely.<\/p>\n
If you do get calls from creditors, just give them the name and phone number of your Iowa bankruptcy lawyer. You may also want to provide creditors with your case number and ask that this information is noted on your file. If, for some reason or other, you are still getting phone calls and letters in the mail, call (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When you file for bankruptcy, collections must halt. This is thanks to the automatic stay that kicks in when a debtor seeks bankruptcy protection. While the bankruptcy itself is quite complex and complicated, there is no doubt about what an…<\/span><\/p>\n