Can I Lose my Job for Filing for Bankruptcy?

The federal bankruptcy code provides stringent protection for debtors and their employment during the filing process.  According to Section 525(b) of the code:

(b) No private employer may terminate the employment of, or discriminate with respect to employment against, an individual who is or has been a debtor under this title, a debtor or bankrupt under the Bankruptcy Act, or an individual associated with such debtor or bankrupt, solely because such debtor or bankrupt-

(1) is or has been a debtor under this title or a debtor or bankrupt under the Bankruptcy Act;

(2) has been insolvent before the commencement of a case under this title or during the case but before the grant or denial of a discharge; or

(3) has not paid a debt that is dischargeable in a case under this title or that was discharged under the Bankruptcy Act.

Federal law is designed to protect debtors during the bankruptcy period.  An attorney who is well-versed in your rights is necessary to navigate through the consumer bankruptcy filing process.  The Fears | Nachawati Law Firm is available to discuss your rights and protection by law.