Medical Debt and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Illinois
Getting sick or injured can prevent you from working and put you in financial jeopardy. I am attorney Doree M. Wojtkowiak and I help clients resolve their legal concerns regarding medical debt. I have been serving clients in the Joliet area since 1990. I am dedicated to protecting people who find themselves facing difficult choices because of medical bills.
Contact my office by e-mail or call me at 815-671-4779 or toll free at 888-820-3241 to discuss your situation in a free initial consultation.
A Common Tale
Too many people find themselves in financial difficulty through no fault of their own. The cost of medical treatment has skyrocketed. If you are hospitalized or require significant treatment, your medical debt can quickly grow out of control. People are forced to pay the bills with credit cards and borrow money at a time when they may not be able to work. The stress caused by medical debt is not helping you with your medical situation. I can help you understand your options and help you through the process of getting debt relief.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Medical debt is one of the most common factors leading to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing. The costs are often extreme and unexpected. A serious illness or injury often slows or stops the flow of income to a household. Even if you have done everything right, you can find yourself unable to keep up with your medical expenses.
I can help you understand the benefits and consequences of filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Bankruptcy law was created to ensure that people have a way to get a fresh start financially. It is ideally suited to helping people who have fallen behind because of medical problems. That said, Chapter 7 bankruptcy is not right for everyone. Your specific situation will dictate whether filing for bankruptcy is right for you.
Making Difficult Choices
When dealing with a serious medical condition, having to make stressful financial decisions can seem like one problem too many. I can help you see the big picture. As an experienced lawyer, I have helped countless clients through the bankruptcy process. I have also advised many clients that bankruptcy was not the right option for them. I can help you make these difficult decisions and do what is right for you.
Contact Me Today
If you have questions about medical debt and Chapter 7 bankruptcy, contact me to schedule a free initial consultation. My office is right across the street from Will County Courthouse, near I-80.