Bankruptcy Statistics COVID: How US Bankruptcy Filings Have Been Affected

Bankruptcy Statistics COVID: How US Bankruptcy Filings Have Been Affected
Information in this article does not constitute legal advice, it is for informational purposes only, and may not constitute the most up-to-date information. Readers should contact their attorney for advice on any particular legal matter.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on consumer bankruptcies in 2020, causing a major shift from the previous year. To better understand this market shift, we have analyzed the latest bankruptcy statistics using data from the US Courts Bankruptcy Caseload, AACER bankruptcy data, and Ascend bankruptcy data.

Our goal is to provide a statistical analysis of the bankruptcy market during the pandemic, helping readers gain insight into the current situation.

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