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Changes in Bankruptcy Law that affect the Low-Income
Congress made some changes in bankruptcy law. They go into effect October 17, 2005. Find out which changes most affect low-income people.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
Attorney General's Consumer Protection Section
(Separate Website)
The Consumer Protection Section of the Attorney General's office is responsible for enforcing Louisiana's consumer protection laws. This site has information and other resources, including a link to the page where you can learn about how to file a complaint about a consumer issue.
By: State of Louisiana
Avoid Foreclosure
(Separate Website)
Learn more about what you may be able to do to avoid foreclosure.
By: KnowYourOptions.com (Fannie Mae)
Avoid foreclosure rescue scams! Tips from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
See the information page and video.
By: Federal Trade Commission -- FTC
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Separate Website
Avoid foreclosure rescue scams! Tips from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Watch this video to learn more about foreclosure rescue scams and how to avoid becoming a victim.
By: Federal Trade Commission -- FTC
Bankruptcy Basics for Cases Filed Before Oct. 17, 2005
(Separate Website)
By: Administrative Office, U.S. Courts
Bankruptcy Basics for Cases Filed on or after Oct. 17, 2005
(Separate Website)
By: United States Bankruptcy Court
Consumer Brochures for Seniors -- Free
(Separate Website)
Brochures for seniors about scams, debt collectors, and more.
By: National Consumer Law Center
Consumer Information Brochures -- Free
(Separate Website)
Go to this page on the National Consumer Law Center to download free brochures about many issues, including credit reports, debt collection, foreclosure and more.
By: National Consumer Law Center
Credit Counseling and Debtor Education for People Filing for Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
See this information from the U.S. Trustee Program about Credit Counseling and Debtor Education requirements for people who file for bankruptcy. See the January 2008 notice about areas affected by Hurricane Katrina.
By: U.S. Trustee Program, U.S. Department of Justice
Debt Collection: Know Your Rights. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Watch this video from the FTC to learn more about your rights when it comes to debt collection.
By: Federal Trade Commission
File a Complaint with the FTC. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Watch this video from the Federal Trade Commissions Bureau of Consumer Protection to find out more about how to file a consumer complaint.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Filing for Bankruptcy Without an Attorney
(Separate Website)
This page has information for those trying to file for bankruptcy on their own. The courts warn that the system is hard to get around without a lawyer, so there is also information about where to get legal help.
By: US Bankruptcy Courts
Foreclosure -- the Process in Louisiana
Find out more about foreclosure here.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
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Guide to Avoiding Foreclosure
(Separate Website)
Information and resources from HUD to help you avoid foreclosure and keep your home.
By: US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development - HUD
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Home Finance and Sales - Federal Consumer Information Center
(Separate Website)
See this list of resources available from the Federal Consumer Information Center about home financing and related issues.
By: Federal Consumer Information Center
How the New Credit Card Law Protects Consumers
(Separate Website)
Find out more here about changes in the law and credit cards.
By: National Consumer Law Center
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish.
Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Lawyer Referral and Information
(Separate Website)
Here is a link to the Lawyer Referral and Information page from the site of the Louisiana State Bar Association. Here are the individual numbers listed on that site:
Lawyer Referral Numbers
Baton Rouge:
(225)344-9926
Lafayette
(337)237-4700
Lake Charles:
(337)436-3308
New Orleans
(504)561-8828
Shreveport:
(318)222-0720
By: Louisiana State Bar Association
Making Home Affordable site
(Separate Website)
See the announcement from HUD about a new website (makinghomeaffordable.gov) with information about President Obama's plan to help homeowners.
By: HUD - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Learn how to use this site: click here to hear and see a slide show. En Espanol: oprima aqui.
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