What is bankruptcy job discrimination?
The U.S. Bankruptcy Code does make it illegal for an employer to discriminate on the basis of an employee’s bankruptcy. For example, an employer may not fire an existing employee solely on the basis that he or she has filed for bankruptcy and/or received a bankruptcy discharge. However, it is not illegal for an employer to make a hiring decision based on a past bankruptcy filing or discharge, or for an employer to fire an employee due to a combination of reasons, one of which may be bankruptcy.
Other Bankruptcy Law FAQs
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What should be included in a letter of explanation of bankruptcy?
A: If you apply for credit or a loan following a bankruptcy discharge, the lender may request that you provide a letter of explanation of bankruptcy, which is … More -
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How do I make a motion for judgment to be marked as satisfied in bankruptcy court?
A: The only way to remove a judgment against you in court records is to either pay off, or satisfy, the judgment, or to have the judgment discharged through bankruptcy … More -
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How do I report bankruptcy fraud?
A: In order to make a report of suspected bankruptcy fraud, you should contact the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) by mail or e-mail. Your report should include … More -
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What is a bankruptcy motion for reconsideration and how do I write one?
A: A motion for reconsideration asks the bankruptcy court to reinstate a bankruptcy case thathas been dismissed for one reason or another. In your motion, you … More -
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How soon after bankruptcy can I purchase a home?
A: A bankruptcy discharge remains on your credit report for seven to ten years, which can negatively impactyour ability to obtain the credit necessary to finance … More -
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Can you declare bankruptcy on a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan?
A: While the common perception is that you cannot discharge government loans in bankruptcy, in reality, many such loans can be discharged in bankruptcy. The Small … More -
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Can a creditor object to bankruptcy discharge?
A: In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case, you are not automatically entitled to a complete discharge of your debts. Rather, your creditors can object to the discharge of … More -
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What happens if my car is totaled while I'm in the midst of bankruptcy?
A: If you have a car accident while inbankruptcy proceedings, there are a number of possible effects on your bankruptcy proceedings. First¸ depending on … More
