May Consumer Filings 37% More than 2008
According to statistics published by the National Bankruptcy Research Center, bankruptcy filings in May 2009 increased 37% over May 2008. May 2009 consumer filings totaled 125,618. April 2009 filings totaled 124,838. Chapter 13 filings made up roughly 27% of all consumer filings, slightly above the April rate.
According to statistics published by the National Bankruptcy Research Center, bankruptcy filings in May 2009 increased 37% over May 2008. May 2009 consumer filings totaled 125,618. April 2009 filings totaled 124,838. Chapter 13 filings made up roughly 27% of all consumer filings, slightly above the April rate.




