Category: Peter Geraci

Help with Application for Unemployment

Geraci Law wants to provide resources during COVID-19 uncertainty. There’s an APP that helps streamline the unemployment process.

Long hold times are wreaking havoc for people waiting to apply for unemployment benefits. You could wait HOURS before you are able to begin the application process. Geraci Law wants to provide everyone resources to provide clarity during these uncertain times.

An app called “Do Not Pay” is available on IPhones and Androids as a free download. “Do Not Pay” is an app that can help expedite applying for unemployment. This service is free to use.

To apply for unemployment, you will need:

  • Your Social Security number
  • Copy of your Driver’s License or State ID
  • Paycheck stub or W2 from your LAST employer
  • Last employer’s supervisor name
  • Reason for reduced hours or unemployment claim
  • Bank account and routing number
  • The name, how long and the hourly wage from ALL employers in the last 18 months.

The Today Show featured “Do Not Pay” as part of its segments.  You can watch the segment by clicking the link here.

You can check out more useful COVID resources from Geraci Law by clicking the link below:

https://www.infotapes.com/Links#Covid1

Dial 1-800-CALL-PFG for a free phone mini-consultation, or make an appointment online 24/7 at www.infotapes.com.  Bankruptcy laws are in place to help you.  Who knows bankruptcy like Geraci Law?  Geraci Law has 25,000 5-star reviews 5starsince November 2016!

Read ALL ABOUT DEBT RELIEF at www.bankruptcybookbypeterfrancisgeraci.com

Happy Easter from Geraci Law!

Geraci Law staff wishes a Happy Easter and offers some shelter in place ideas.

Happy Easter from Geraci Law!

Geraci Law wishes you and your family a Happy & Safe Easter! It’s not the Spring or Easter we were expecting. If you are struggling financially right now, we’re here from you.

Dial 1-800-CALL-PFG for a free phone mini-consultation, or make an appointment online 24/7 at www.infotapes.com.  Bankruptcy laws are in place to help you.  Who knows bankruptcy like Geraci Law?  Geraci Law has 25,000 5-star reviews 5starsince November 2016!

Read ALL ABOUT DEBT RELIEF at www.bankruptcybookbypeterfrancisgeraci.com

Some tips from Geraci Law Staff during shelter in place: 

Attorney Jason Kara – have a theme night – even though you cannot go to the beach, bring the beach to you!

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John Senese – playing dress up is ALWAYS a good plan.

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Elizabeth Doren – if you have preschoolers at home, buy activity books on Amazon or the Dollar Store for $3-$5.

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Geraci Law is OPEN

Geraci Law is open and ready to meet with you by video. Call us at 800 CALL PFG!

Geraci Law staff and attorneys are here and ready to help you!

We are available by phone at 800 CALL PFG (800.225.5734) for free mini-consultations to answer any questions you have about bankruptcy, budgeting or finances.

Geraci Law attorneys offer a FREE video meeting to discuss bankruptcy options. You will meet with a LIVE attorney to discuss your financial situation. We make the process hassle-free so with a click of a button you can meet with an experienced Geraci Law attorney.

The effects of COVID-19 virus attack more than just your immune system. Job positions are being eliminated and hours are being cut. The economy is in uncharted waters. Everyone has questions to ask about their financial future.

Geraci Law is a source of information for financial questions. We try our best to be a RESOURCE to those in need of answers to lingering questions.

 

Huffington Post Writer Explains Chapter 13

Recent post in the Huffington Post discusses writer’s bankruptcy experience at age 26. Geraci Law is here to help you at age 26 to 76!

Huffington Post Writer Explains Chapter 13

In a recent post in the Huffington Post, John-Michael Jalonen writes about his experience filing for bankruptcy at 26 years old. He like many recent college grads, found himself with more debt than his income and student loan obligations could afford.

Filing for bankruptcy changes many people’s lives for the better. It gives the opportunity to reestablish yourself financially. Geraci Law’s motto is “Changing Your Life For the Better.” We stand by that.

Read Jalonen’s article here.  An excerpt from the piece,

“Admitting you’re in debt, much less deep debt, is incredibly embarrassing and makes you feel like a failure. However, it’s something that so many people are faced with, and going through the bankruptcy process can actually be a blessing.”

If you have questions about debt, finances or just want to talk about budgeting – give us a call. Experience counselors are waiting to help you!

Dial 1-800-CALL-PFG for a free phone mini-consultation, or make an appointment online 24/7 at www.infotapes.com.  Bankruptcy laws are in place to help you.  Who knows bankruptcy like Geraci Law?  Geraci Law has 25,000 5-star reviews 5starsince November 2016!

Read ALL ABOUT DEBT RELIEF at www.bankruptcybookbypeterfrancisgeraci.com

Geraci Law Virtual Consultations

Geraci Law is offering VIRTUAL appointments with our experienced staff. Same great service from the comfort of your home.

Geraci Law Virtual Consultations

Geraci Law is keeping its clients and staff safe from COVID-19.

During this time, we will remain open for phone and virtual consultations with a Geraci Law attorney. Call us at 800.401.4010, you can also schedule an appointment online.

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Geraci Law is happy to continue offering free lawyer consultations during these difficult times. You get the same GREAT service from the comfort of your home.

You may set your free consultation through your local office, however, all meetings will be over the phone or virtually on a web conference.

Geraci Law Open in Downtown Milwaukee!

Geraci Law is now open in DOWNTOWN Milwaukee – come meet us!

Geraci Law is now open in downtown Milwaukee. We’re in the heart of downtown in the Regis Building. The address is 250 E Wisconsin at the corner of Wisconsin & Broadway.

We’re happy to meet with you on your lunch hour or maybe before or after work. You can call to schedule an appointment at 800.401.4010. Or you can also schedule a meeting online @ https://www.infotapes.com/Bankruptcy/OfficeLocator 

Come Meet Our Experienced Bankruptcy Attorneys!

RLCAttorney Robert Crowley 
Attorney Crowley graduated from Greensboro College in Greensboro, North Carolina in 2004 with a B.A. in History/Political Science.
He graduated from the Marquette University Law School in 2013. Attorney Crowley is admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2013) and in the United States District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin.
CHKAttorney Ashley Chike 
Attorney Ashley Chike is a senior court and supervising attorney at Geraci Law.
She earned her JD/MBA from Loyola University Chicago and was inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society by graduating in the top 10% of her class.
She has personally filed over 800 bankruptcy cases and appeared in court for clients over 7,000 times.
JJBAttorney Joseph Blaha 
Attorney Blaha attended college at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.
He then attended University of St. Thomas School of Law, where he graduated in 2009. Attorney Blaha started at Geraci Law LLC that year.
Attorney Blaha interned for Minneapolis City Attorneys Office Criminal Division during law school, and keeps active with local non-profit organizations.

When Should I File For Bankruptcy?

Use Peter Francis Geraci checklist to determine if NOW is the best time to file!

When Should I File for Bankruptcy?

Below is a checklist from Attorney Peter Francis Geraci’s Bankruptcy Book. Use the checklist to review if now is the best time to file for bankruptcy.

Read more of The Complete Book on Bankruptcy by Attorney Peter Francis Geraci at www.bankruptcybookbypeterfrancisgeraci.com

  • Three or more apply to YOU, you should call us NOW.
  • Five or more apply to YOU, then you should have called us months ago.

_____My debt is over $10,000 not including a car or house.

_____My payments are over 25% of my take home pay.

_____I am frequently late on my payments.

_____I pay 20% interest on my debt.

_____I buy necessary items like food or clothing on credit.

_____I frequently get cash advances.

_____I am thinking about getting a loan to pay other loans.

_____ I have a lawsuit and over $10,000 in other debt I can eliminate.

_____Collection agencies are calling me.

_____I am “robbing Peter to pay Paul.”

_____My balances are not going down even though I make payments.

_____I have been turned down for more credit.

_____Payments are more than 1 month behind on more than one bill.

_____My driver’s license is suspended because of an accident.

_____I am working but paying other debts so I can’t afford car insurance.

_____My mortgage or rent is always late, or is behind.

_____We are getting divorced and have too many bills to pay.

_____I have medical bills over $20,000 that are not insured.

_____There is a garnishment or wage assignment on my check.

_____I owe income taxes I can’t pay now.

_____My car is worth much less than I owe.

_____I have no savings.

Either way, Geraci Law offers a free consultation if bankruptcy solves your problem. Don’t wait until creditors file a lawsuit, don’t wait until your savings are spent and do not wait until a car is repossessed. BREAK THE CYCLE!

Dial 1-800-CALL-PFG for a free phone mini-consultation, or make an appointment online 24/7 at www.infotapes.com.  Bankruptcy laws are in place to help you.  Who knows bankruptcy like Geraci Law?  Geraci Law has 25,000 5-star reviews 5starsince November 2016!

Read ALL ABOUT DEBT RELIEF at www.bankruptcybookbypeterfrancisgeraci.com

Break the CYCLE of DEBT!

Let Geraci Law help you break the “CYCLE OF DEBT!”

Break the CYCLE of DEBT!

The “CYCLE OF DEBT” is overwhelming and burdensome. You get into a vicious circle of PAYING your minimum payments but then are forced to use credit for essentials like groceries, gas and others.

You continue to pay and then spend and then pay and then spend. Once you add in interest, a small bill turns into a very large snowball. Geraci Law can help you STOP the cycle! We can help credit counsel and create a budget for you after filing for bankruptcy. Sometimes it’s a simple as saying, “I need help.”

Not sure? Don’t know how much credit costs when you are only making minimum payments? Take a look at your credit card statement. You should see something like below.

CC Bill

In the example above, by making ONLY the minimum payments, it will take 15 years to pay off the debt! Look at the number next to the time, the $3,666.42 balance increases to $9,693. It’s nearly THREE TIMES the amount borrowed.

Filing for bankruptcy STOPS the cycle. You eliminate your debt and put yourself on better financial footing. Instead of using credit cards, you can use the cash you are spending on minimums. Instead of paying nearly $6,000 in interest, you could SAVE money.

You should never budget or financially plan based on the hope things will get better in the future. Break the cycle and consider bankruptcy. Geraci Law is here to help YOU deal with the present. We’re here to figure out a solution to your debt problem and assist you in getting back on track financially.

Dial 1-800-CALL-PFG for a free phone mini-consultation, or make an appointment online 24/7 at www.infotapes.com.  Bankruptcy laws are in place to help you.  Who knows bankruptcy like Geraci Law?  Geraci Law has 25,000 5-star reviews 5starsince November 2016!

Read ALL ABOUT DEBT RELIEF at www.bankruptcybookbypeterfrancisgeraci.com

Debt Settlement & Consolidation – What You May NOT Know 

Debt Settlement & Consolidation – What You May NOT Know 

You see the commercials. You get the ads in the mail. Debt Settlement or Consolidation. When something seems too good to be true, it often is. Many of these “programs” turn out to be scams or schemes.

Sometimes, there ARE cases where debt settlement makes sense. Geraci Law can help! You can meet with an attorney for FREE to determine your BEST plan of action.

What they don’t tell you about debt consolidation:

  • Anything settled CAN BE taxable income. If you settle a $10,000 bill for $1,000 – the difference or $9,000 can be considered taxable income. So at the end of the year, you may receive a 1099-C form from the creditor. Debt discharged in a bankruptcy is NOT taxable income.

 

  • Some creditors do NOT settle. Debt settlement or consolidation is NOT a guarantee. There is no law that forces creditors to accept a smaller payment. If you file for bankruptcy, you are using federal law to get financial help. There are laws in place to protect YOU. Geraci Law is here to help you get control over your finances.

 

  • Your credit still takes a hit. Some agencies will tell you to stop paying the debt and let it go into collections. Then they will work with the collection agencies for a settlement. This takes TIME. You will get collection calls and maybe even SUED by the time the agency attempts to settle. With Geraci Law, you can file in as little as ONE day to stop all collections. This means no phone calls, no lawsuits and no more debt.

 

  • No time frame. There’s no time frame for debt settlement or consolidation. At best, they can give you an estimate but it could go longer. A Chapter 13 debt repayment is structured into a three or five year repayment plan. You have a structured plan in place rather than an indefinite amount of time. Geraci Law will help you determine the fastest way to get control over your financial situation.

 

  • Creditors CAN still sue you. That’s right, there is no legal protection with debt settlement or consolidation programs. If a creditor refuses the settlement offer, they could file a lawsuit in attempt to get a judgment or garnish your wages. Bankruptcy STOPS the collections. Creditors violate Federal statutes if they file lawsuits against you or even continue to call you while under Federal Bankruptcy protection. You hire Geraci Law and we help you from the initial phone call until the end of your case.

 

Dial 1-800-CALL-PFG for a free phone mini-consultation, or make an appointment online 24/7 at www.infotapes.com.  Bankruptcy laws are in place to help you.  Who knows bankruptcy like Geraci Law?  Geraci Law has 25,000 5-star reviews 5starsince November 2016!

Read ALL ABOUT DEBT RELIEF at www.bankruptcybookbypeterfrancisgeraci.com