Law Office of Brian T. Kernan

05/23/2025

My law office focuses on Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy, criminal defense and municipal court matters. Call for free consultation 973-953-7797.

05/22/2025

Bankruptcy filings are up 13.1 percent over previous 12 months.

Bankruptcy filings rose 13.1 percent during the 12-month period ending March 31, 2025. That is a similar rate of acceleration as in the Dec. 31, 2024, quarterly report, but new bankruptcy cases remain significantly lower than after the 2007-08 Great Recession.

05/20/2025

You can't enforce your own agreements. Especially by violating antitrust laws while attempting to do so.

A binding regulatory contract is a step in the right direction for college sports, but courts will ultimately decide its fate

05/16/2025

Troubles on the Boardwalk.

According to court documents, Flagship Development Corp. has between $50 million and $100 million in assets - and the same in liabilities.

05/14/2025

My office is adding a second location at 26 Millburn Avenue, Springfield, New Jersey.

05/14/2025

NCAA update.

Attorneys representing objectors to the House settlement tell Judge Claudia Wilken the revised roster limit falls short of ensuring due process.

04/08/2025

Update on NCAA case.

U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken has asked attorneys in the landmark $2.8 billion House settlement to come up with solutions for issues raised at a hearing in Oakland, California, before she grants final approval.

07/01/2023

Here is the best summary I've ever read or heard on Supreme Court"s attempts to address racial discrimination, from the 14th Amendment to the present.

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06/24/2023

Third Circuit on New Jersey's gun law.

Tuesday's court order means that carrying guns within 100 feet of public gatherings is prohibited.

06/04/2023

Credit score often goes up after filing Chapter 7. Depends upon your situation at the time.

Depending on the type of bankruptcy, it can stay on your credit report for up to 10 years. Learn more.

06/02/2023

Good summary of bankruptcy options, especially Chapter 13, from Business Insider.

Chapter 13 bankruptcy is the second most popular bankruptcy filing, used for individuals with large debts. Here's how to file for Chapter 13 and the impacts.