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Attorney Sharon Miller, practicing in Weltman's Bankruptcy Group, is dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of bankruptcy recovery as part of Weltman's accomplished legal team. Now, she's sharing her experience after recently passing the Florida bar exam!

Probate claims are a reality for banks and financial institutions handling deceased customers' debts. In the U.S., nearly three-quarters of Americans die with debt, with an average balance of $61,000. When an estate is opened, creditors must act quickly to recover what is owed.

When disaster literally falls from above, one of the first questions asked is: Who's responsible? That's where subrogation comes in and it's not always as straightforward as it seems.

This past weekend, Weltman Attorneys Denise Leskovec and Jenna Rosen had the unique opportunity to serve as judges during the preliminary rounds of the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) National Championship Tournament, held in Cleveland Ohio. Now, they are sharing their experience with us!

It is often hard to know in advance when a parent or student will not pay their tuition accounts on time. Here are four things you can do to maximize recovery of past due accounts, lower default rates ahead of time, and increase your recovery rates - all from Attorney Jeffrey Bearss!

This article explores key takeaways for international law clerks navigating the U.S. legal system from the perspective of Weltman Law Clerk Keying (Chloe) Chu from China.

Shareholders Sara Costanzo and Amanda Yurechko recently attended the Conferences By Monticello 2025 Annual Utilities Credit & Collections Symposium in Miami-Coral Gables, FL. Now, Amanda is sharing her top takeaways from the event!

In today's digital age, cyber threats are no longer just a concern for large corporations. From data breaches to ransomware, the consequences of a cyber incident can be devastating, ranging from financial losses and reputational harm to legal liabilities.

According to recently published data from Epiq Bankruptcy Analytics, the upward trend of bankruptcy filings continues nationwide. Total bankruptcy filings year-to-date in 2025 are up 23.5% over 2024, while total chapter 7 filings show a 19.8% increase, and chapter 13 filings show an 8.3% increase.

Even the most robust business plan does not prevent legal disputes from impacting your company. If they do arise, it's important to know how you can protect yourself and your business.