Episode

The Rise of ‘Zombie Debt’ (old) and How Bankruptcy Can Help Get Rid of It.

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Bankruptcy Through The Looking Glass
Published
Aug 22, 2025
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612
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Summary

In this informative episode, host Abigail Vaca and bankruptcy expert Barry Levine discuss the phenomenon of zombie debt - old debts that resurface years later. Barry explains how these debts can come back to haunt people, the legal implications, and how bankruptcy can provide protection against such claims.