US Courts Bankruptcy Basics
(Separate Website)
Videos from the US Courts that provide individuals who may be considering bankruptcy with a basic explanation of the different chapters under which a bankruptcy case may be filed and answer some of the most commonly asked questions about the bankruptcy process.
By: United States Courts
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Are You Thinking of Filing for Bankruptcy?
(Separate Website)
The Bankruptcy Clinic provides free information to people who are thinking about filing for bankruptcy.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Bankruptcy Information for Consumers Detailed Information on Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.
By: Oregon State Bar
Debts & Bankruptcy Information
(Separate Website)
Information from the Oregon State Bar's Tel-Law Program on debts and bankruptcy topics including Debtors' Rights, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Equal Credit Opportunity, and Liens.
By: Oregon State Bar
Frequently Asked Questions About Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
Information about bankruptcy and about procedures used in Bankruptcy Court in Oregon.
By: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Oregon
Understanding Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
Basic information about bankruptcy.
By: Oregon State Bar
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When You are Considering Bankruptcy
An excerpt from the Unpaid Consumer Bills booklet.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Your Legal Rights During & After Bankruptcy
(Separate Website)
Basic explanations about bankruptcy, including the option of excluding a debt from bankruptcy through "reaffirmation."
By: National Consumer Law Center
How to File a Consumer Complaint
(Separate Website)
How to file a consumer complaint with the State of Oregon. Includes links to forms in English and Spanish.
By: Oregon Department of Justice
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Spanish / Español
Oregon Insurance Complaints
Information about auto, health and other insurance in Oregon and how to file a consumer complaint against an insurance company or agent.
By: Oregon Dept. of Consumer & Business Services, Insurance Division
Other Formats:
Separate Website
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Charitable Donations
(Separate Website)
Information about charitable giving and steps you can take to help ensure that the money you donate goes to worthwhile causes.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Consumer Protection Information
(Separate Website)
Publications on many consumer topics, including Seniors' issues.
By: Federal Trade Commission
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Spanish / Español
Don't Pay to Borrow Your Own Money
(Separate Website)
Do you really have to get cash from your tax refund today? Beware! Many "Fast Cash Refunds," "Express Money," or "Instant Refunds" are really LOANS. Don't pay loan fees and interest to borrow your own tax refund money.
By: National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
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Chinese / 中文
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Korean / 한국어
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Russian / Pусский
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Spanish / Español
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Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt
Oregon Attorney General's Consumer Hotline
(Separate Website)
A hotline for consumers with questions or complaints about business practices. Also, how to file a consumer complaint on-line.
By: Oregon Department of Justice
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Spanish / Español
Prize Offers: You Don't Have to Pay to Play
(Separate Website)
Information about prize scams and laws that help protect consumers against fraudulent sweepstakes and prize offers.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Unlawful Trade Practices
(Separate Website)
Information about things sellers can't do when you buy or rent consumer goods or services.
By: Oregon State Bar
Buying a New Car
(Separate Website)
Information to help you avoid problems when buying a new car.
By: Oregon Attorney General
Buying a Used Car
(Separate Website)
Information about buying a used car.
By: Federal Trade Commission
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Spanish / Español
Car and Child Safety Seat Recalls
(Separate Website)
Find out if a car or child safety seat has been recalled for safety problems.
By: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Spanish / Español
Leasing a Vehicle
(Separate Website)
Things to consider if you're thinking about leasing a vehicle.
By: Federal Reserve Board
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Spanish / Español
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