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Bankruptcy laws prohibit discrimination based upon a debtor filing for protection under the bankruptcy laws. Under normal circumstances, unless your employer is a creditor, your employer will not know.

What you should not do if you are thinking about bankruptcy:
Because there are several areas related to this question, you should consult your attorney. In particular there are three items worth mentioning.

• Bankruptcy law states certain luxury purchases over $1000 within 60 days of filing bankruptcy are considered non-dischargeable (not forgivable).
• Cash advances totaling $1000 within 60 days of filing bankruptcy are also considered non-dischargeable.
• Debts presented with false financial statements are non-dischargeable.

Bankruptcy is a legal proceeding with complicated rules and paperwork. You will want to get professional legal help, especially if you hope to use bankruptcy to prevent foreclosure or repossession of property and/or vehicles.



There are many legalities included in any type of bankruptcy law case. An attorney ensures you know what you are dealing with and how to better benefit your position. Have a lawyer by your side that can help guide you through the legal processes. You do not want to be faced with decisions that you are not well informed about. You do not want to blindly go forward in a bankruptcy and make a wrong move which will delay your rights. Contact a Utah bankruptcy attorney today.