Word: Fresh start
Definition:
The release of a debtor from most debts following bankruptcy.
Sample Sentence:
Bankruptcy provided the debtor with a financial fresh start.
Why It Matters:
A core goal of bankruptcy law: relieving debtors of overwhelming obligations.
Quick Tip:
A discharge removes personal liability for dischargeable debts.
Source: https://www.uscourts.gov/glossary

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