Military members receive many legal protections while they are serving our country, and after they have been discharged from active service. This includes special treatment in the bankruptcy courts.
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One of the benefits of filing for bankruptcy, no matter what your occupation, is that other legal actions are paused by the court while the bankruptcy case proceeds. This can stop a foreclosure, or even prevent someone from suing you.
Active-duty military personnel
get the added benefit of having all pending litigation, including bankruptcy cases put on hold until you return from active duty.
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