The Difference Between Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 bankruptcy have certain key similarities that can cause confusion for anyone who doesn't work in the debt relief industry. They are distinct, however, and you can find a brief description of their differences below.
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Who Files for Chapter 13 and Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?
Chapter 11 bankruptcy is available for businesses and individuals with a very large amount of debts and income. Chapter 13 bankruptcies are available for almost all individuals as well as sole proprietorships; however there are debt/income limits for eligibility. These limits change each year.
In Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Creditors Have a Choice
In both Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the debtor and the debtor's attorney create a plan to reorganize and consolidate all debt. In Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the creditors must accept this plan provided that it meets certain legal standards. In Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, the creditors cast votes to determine whether they will accept or reject the plan.
Under Chapter 11, if the creditors reject the plan, the debtor may come up with a new plan. The judge may force the creditors to accept the debtor’s plan or the negotiations may simply fail. If the negotiations fail, the business will either have to file for business Chapter 7 bankruptcy, or, the case may be dismissed.
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