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Attorney Walter Benenati Selected for Inclusion in Florida Super Lawyers 2019

ORLANDO – (January 4, 2019) Attorney Walter Benenati of the Benenati Law Firm has been selected to the 2019 Florida Super Lawyers list, in the practice area of consumer bankruptcy. The prestigious honor is awarded to only five percent of lawyers in the state. Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers from more than …

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Attorney Walter Benenati Appointed to the 2019 Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association Board of Directors

ORLANDO – (January 10, 2019) The Central Florida Bankruptcy Law Association is pleased to appoint attorney Walter Benenati of the Benenati Law Firm to its 2019 Board of Directors. “It is truly an honor to be appointed to the Board of Directors of an organization that supports the collegial and professional practice of bankruptcy law …

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FICO Offers A New Way to Boost Your Credit Score

Consumers are always looking for new ways to improve their credit score. If you have recently filed for bankruptcy, you are likely looking for ways to rebuild your credit score. Having a good credit score helps you qualify for low interest rates on mortgages, car loans and other purchases you need financing for. We offer …

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What Happens if a Creditor Tries to Collect a Debt During Bankruptcy?

By the time you reach the point of filing for bankruptcy, chances are you have had multiple creditors calling you regarding unpaid debts or even threatening you with lawsuits and wage garnishment. One of the beauties of filing for bankruptcy is the automatic stay. This automatic stay goes into effect as soon as the bankruptcy …

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Which Business Debts are Discharged in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Filing for bankruptcy does not have to mean the end of your business, it can be used to help keep your doors open while eliminating and restructuring your debt. If you own a business and find yourself struggling with insurmountable debt, Chapter 7 business bankruptcy may be a viable option for you. Many business debts …

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New Rule Requires Credit Reporting Agencies Give Consumers More Time to Pay Medical Debt

Medical debt is one of the leading causes of bankruptcy, according to a recent CNBC report. It is estimated that approximately 643,000 Americans go bankrupt each year due to their medical bills. It can only take one medical crisis for your entire financial situation to implode, leaving you feeling powerless to the bills and collection …

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Attorney Walter Benenati Receives Preeminent AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell for 2019

Designates the Highest Possible Rating in Both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards Orlando, FL – (October 30, 2018) Attorney Walter F. Benenati of the Orlando-based Benenati Law Firm has received the preeminent AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell for 2019, joining a select group of lawyers recognized for their legal ability and professional ethical standards. “It is …

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Attorney Walter Benenati Rated One of the TOP 3 Bankruptcy Lawyers in Orlando

Orlando, FL – (October 30, 2018) Attorney Walter F. Benenati of the Orlando-based Benenati Law Firm has been rated one of the TOP 3 bankruptcy lawyers in Orlando by Three Best Rated® “It is an honor to have received this award,” said Walter Benenati. “My mission in creating the Benenati Law Firm has always been …

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How Bankruptcy Can Help With Your Suspended License

If you have been involved in an auto accident and sued by the other driver’s insurance company, if a judgement is entered against you that you are unable to pay, the insurance company’s attorney can request that the Florida Dept. of Motor Vehicles (DMV) suspend your license. The loss of your license can result in …

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Steps to Take If You Are Facing a Medical Debt Lawsuit

Medical debt presents a major problem for individuals and families across the country and is the number one reason people file for bankruptcy. All it takes is one major medical crisis or trip to the emergency room to be hit with thousands of dollars in medical bills. Dealing with overwhelming medical debt while trying to …

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