If I filed bankruptcy, had my creditors meeting, then had an accident for which I might have a personal injury settlement, will the bankruptcy court take it?
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If I filed bankruptcy, had my creditors meeting, then had an accident for which I might have a personal injury settlement, will the bankruptcy court take it?
Asked on November 19, 2013 under Bankruptcy Law, Arizona
Answers:
Terence Fenelon / Law Offices of Terence Fenelon
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
The accident is post-petiton and therefore not property of the bankruptcy estate. The settlement is still speculative and just to be safe, I would advise holding off on any settlement or proceedings until you receive your discharge. That having been said, the proceeds will be yours.
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