Bankruptcy Explained: What’s the Difference Between a Chapter 7 and a Chapter 11?
Bankruptcy is actually very complicated, and neither option will allow an individual to get out of paying all of your debt. Chapter 7 can be filed by individuals, partnerships, corporations or any other business entity. A discharge of debt under a Chapter 7 is only possible for individual debtors – not partnerships or other types of corporations. Most Chapter 11 bankruptcies are filed by corporations or other businesses rather than individuals. If a business is filing Chapter 11, it’s expected to continue operating successfully.
Debbie Dragon | Bankruptcy Basics, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy