by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Apr 3, 2015 | Commercial Bankruptcy
Earlier this month, a federal appellate court issued an important decision that has implications for both bankruptcy law and constitutional law.The decision concerns a key aspect of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s bankruptcy claim. The archdiocese initially filed...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Dec 1, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
We often discuss consumer bankruptcy on our blog, but bankruptcy is also an option for businesses that are struggling with debt.In June, the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, stating that the organization was $29 million in...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Sep 4, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
There is no doubt that deciding to file for bankruptcy protection is a major life event, whether it is a business bankruptcy or a personal bankruptcy. That’s why the process has emotional and personal consequences as well as financial ones.Recently, this issue...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Sep 2, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
For many Wisconsin residents, income taxes are a major source of stress. This is especially true for people who cannot afford to pay the money that they owe. Year after year, back taxes continue to add up, resulting in significant debt and other penalties.If you have...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Jul 30, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
Owning a small business is part of the American dream. However, as many Wisconsin residents have learned, even a great business plan doesn’t necessarily equal financial success. Unfortunately, many small businesses experience financial problems because of...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Jul 7, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a debt relief option that is most common among consumers; however, small businesses, too, may choose to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection in order to deal with overwhelming debts.Recently, it was reported that a De Pere, Wisconsin,...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Jun 9, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy isn’t just for individuals who have gotten in over their heads financially. Businesses, too, can deal with their debt problems by filing for bankruptcy protection. Chapter 11 bankruptcy is most often used by indebted businesses as a way to...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Apr 23, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
In a continuing battle over the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s bankruptcy reorganization plan, a new objection has been filed by legal spokespersons representing victims of sexual abuse. The Archdiocese has denied any accountability in countless abuse claims of...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Apr 16, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
Many businesses in Wisconsin are still feeling the crunch of troubling economic times. The cloud of debt ratio and sales potential is a growing dark cloud over small and large businesses alike. A leading women’s clothing retailer, Coldwater Creek, Inc., recently...
by Miller & Miller Law, LLC | Apr 9, 2014 | Commercial Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy can occur in any business industry. It can affect people and entities from all areas of life, secular or religious. It is especially devastating when it represents a group or business that is a respected role model in society.Milwaukee’s archdiocese...