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Contact Us
  • Toll Free: 800-360-9392
  • Pittsburgh: 412-391-8000
  • Erie: 814-451-1131
  • Why Steidl & Steinberg
    • Our Difference
    • Our History
    • Our Commercials
    • Attorneys Against Hunger
  • Areas of Practice
    • Overview
    • Personal Bankruptcy
    • Business Bankruptcy
    • Taxes
    • Assessment Appeals
    • Student Loan Management
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    • Ken Steidl
    • Julie Steidl
    • Christopher Frye
    • Lauren Lamb
    • Abagale Steidl
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    • Nathan Chase
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Retirees Who Paid Their Dues

Retirement was supposed to be smooth sailing for Edith and Archie. Archie worked in the steel mill since he was 18 years old, and Edith stayed home to manage the household.

They never wanted the latest fashions or popular items. They were down-to-earth folks who enjoyed their family and a simple lifestyle. Chapter 7 bankruptcy would come to help them achieve that simple life.

Medical Bills

Both experienced serious health issues and the costs were staggering. Archie had an extended hospital stay and Edith tried her best to keep up with the bills, but had to use their credit cards for everyday living. Just visiting her husband became costly.

They felt a little better when Archie was released from the hospital. But Edith was stunned to receive the credit card bills. Archie had been getting cash advances and was buying items on credit at an alarming rate. Edith had no idea he had been spending so much money and, with his illness affecting his memory, Archie didn’t realize this either.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

They owned their very modest home and had no car payment but became overwhelmed with credit card bills and out-of-pocket medical expenses while limited to their fixed Social Security income. They saw a commercial for Steidl and Steinberg, but felt embarrassed so they didn’t call. They were used to paying for what they bought, and didn’t want anyone to know they were in such deep financial trouble.

Finally, facing a date in court with a lawsuit filed by one of the credit card companies, Archie and Edith gave Steidl and Steinberg a call. They met with an attorney who calmed their fears and understood their hesitation. Edith and Archie discovered they weren’t alone. They could recover and still keep their home and car. They filed the Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the lawsuit was averted, and the credit cards and bills were erased. They could return to their humble lifestyle, and enjoy retirement again.

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      • Former Bankruptcy Client
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      • The Choice: Debt Settlement vs. Bankruptcy
      • Retirees Who Paid Their Dues
      • The Divorce
      • The Small Business Break-up
      • The Typical Chapter 7
      • The Avalanche of Medical Bills
      • The Overspender
      • The Co-sign
      • The Mortgage Foreclosure
      • The Lost Job
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    • Resources
      • Bankruptcy Resources
      • Bankruptcy Glossary
      • Helpful Financial Links
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