At MDRF we work hard to ensure that every client is receiving the best possible representation, which includes filing the correct Chapter. ProPublica and The Atlantic published an eye-opening article about the practice in Memphis, of filing Chapter 13 bankruptcies when the client would have qualified for a Chapter 7, all to get paid. There are two main Chapters for…
Last night on the HBO show “Last Week Tonight,” host John Oliver forgave nearly $15 million in time-barred medical debt. He was able to do this after setting up a collection company and purchasing the debt for about $60,000. This debt portfolio and many more like it, is often called zombie debt, because it cannot be collected through legal action. Even though the debt obligation…
Our mission at MDRF is to improve the quality of life for people who are unduly burdened with excessive debt by providing compassionate and effective pro bono legal representation in order to eliminate debt and restore peace of mind. We are committed to elevating our neighbors out of poverty through the elimination of debt, and through providing the information needed to…
Giving Tuesday is here! To show the real impact of your donation, we’re sharing the full speech our client Joanna shared at our Fall Dinner. After reading through her full story, please consider donating $10 and tell others about why you donated on social media. We are working to ensure every Massachusetts resident can start over financially, regardless of their…
Day 5 of Joanna’s Story, shared at the Massachusetts Debt Relief Foundation’s Inaugural Fall Dinner. “I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to the Mass. Debt Relief Foundation for alleviating many years of stress and anxiety. For me when it came to dealing with money, in all aspects: earning it, spending it, trying to save it, and…
At the Massachusetts Debt Relief Foundation’s Inaugural Fall Dinner, MDRF client Joanna shared her story. In the days leading up to Giving Tuesday we are going to share pieces of what she shared, with her entire speech revealed on 12/1. “I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to the Mass. Debt Relief Foundation for alleviating many…
At the Massachusetts Debt Relief Foundation’s Inaugural Fall Dinner, MDRF client Joanna shared her story. In the days leading up to Giving Tuesday we are going to share pieces of what she shared, with her entire speech revealed on 12/1. “I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to the Mass. Debt Relief Foundation for alleviating many…
At the Massachusetts Debt Relief Foundation’s Inaugural Fall Dinner, MDRF client Joanna shared her story. In the days leading up to Giving Tuesday we are going to share pieces of what she shared, with her entire speech revealed on 12/1. “I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to the Mass. Debt Relief Foundation for alleviating many…
At the Massachusetts Debt Relief Foundation’s Inaugural Fall Dinner, MDRF client Joanna shared her story. In the days leading up to Giving Tuesday we are going to share pieces of what she shared, with her entire speech revealed on 12/1. “I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to the Mass. Debt Relief Foundation for alleviating many…
One week from today, after the leftovers and holiday shopping on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we can all show our generosity by coming together in support of Giving Tuesday. For the first year MDRF will be participating, and we need your support!! Every dollar donated will make an impact in someone’s life right here in Massachusetts. Someone, just like…