Switch to ADA Accessible Theme
Close Menu
Rounds and Sutter

Free Initial Consultation

805-650-7100

Follow Us

Recent Blog Posts

Worried business owners calculating finances - Small restaurant

Top Causes of Business Debt

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

Businesses need substantial funds to operate. New businesses, especially, require a lot of investment right away in order to establish the basic structure of the company and for business operations. It’s easy for a new business to incur debt after debt, causing the company’s profits to decline and ultimately leading to bankruptcy. Below, we discuss… Read More »

Debt help sign and working man in the office.

Can I Convert My Chapter 13 Bankruptcy to a Chapter 7?

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are two very different forms of bankruptcy, each with their own requirements, advantages, and disadvantages. Many debtors find that although one form of bankruptcy seemed optimal at the time of filing, changes down the line have created new challenges. Bankruptcy courts allow for the conversion of bankruptcy from one chapter… Read More »

pollution test for a technical inspection car every years

Regular Smog Test vs. STAR Smog Test

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

California’s Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) licenses automotive repair stations to conduct SMOG tests and repairs. The state also offers special licenses to certain smog check stations that opt to be part of the STAR Program. For vehicle owners, the difference between a smog check and a STAR smog check can be confusing. Below, we… Read More »

Successful man increasing credit rating. Concept of credit score, banking, good or bad bank rating. Vector illustration in flat design for UI, web banner, mobile app

Nine Tips to Repairing Bad Credit and Getting Back on Track

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

Having bad credit can keep you from accomplishing some of your important financial goals, including purchasing a home or a vehicle. Even if you are not looking to make a big purchase, having bad credit can often bring with it a level of stress that only grows over time. If you are dealing with bad… Read More »

senior man holding piggy bank suspicious protecting savings

How to Avoid Bankruptcy Fraud in CA

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

Bankruptcy fraud is an incredibly serious allegation. The consequences for bankruptcy fraud can range from simple denial of the bankruptcy discharge all the way to felony criminal charges, depending on the nature and severity of the conduct. If you are planning to file for bankruptcy, it’s important to follow all appropriate steps and adhere to… Read More »

Young man tipping money from piggy bank at table

What Not to Do When Filing For Bankruptcy In CA

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

Bankruptcy is a complex, often overwhelming process. It’s also rife with pitfalls for the unwary. People get bad advice from friends and family about how to protect their assets, which only leads to more debt and more difficulties. Below, we discuss some of the common mistakes we’ve seen debtors make when filing for bankruptcy. If… Read More »

House in chains

What Can and Can’t Be Repossessed by Creditors

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

One of the most alarming and disheartening parts of struggling with debt is the fear that your property may be taken from you. Foreclosure of your home and repossession of your personal property adds insult to injury, often making it more challenging to pay down debts on top of how demoralizing and affronting it feels… Read More »

businessman saving money concept. hand holding coins putting in jug glass

Tips to Avoid Second Bankruptcy

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

Bankruptcy can work to resolve many of your debt problems, but it doesn’t solve everything. If it’s been a few years since your bankruptcy and debt is starting to creep back up, or if you are fresh from your bankruptcy and you are looking for good habits to avoid debt issues down the line, read… Read More »

Dollar bills wrapped by chain and secured with padlock. Isolated on white. Safety money and investment concept.

Social Security and Bankruptcy

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and Social Security Disability insurance (SSDI) benefits are generally reserved for people who are unable to pay all of their bills without governmental assistance due to disability, age, or other reasons for limited income. Citizens who have worked for at least 10 years and are at least 62 years old… Read More »

Portrait of the owner of a clothing store at the entrance of the new business with the tablet in hand to analyze the sales, new orders to be sent and check the stocks

How to Form an LLC in CA

By Rounds & Sutter LLP |

An LLC, or limited liability company, is a standard business structure that affords protection from individual liability for business owners while offering the pass-through taxation enjoyed by sole proprietors or partnerships. It’s the perfect type of entity for many startup companies. To form an LLC, there are a number of legal hoops to jump through…. Read More »