Can I Be Fired for Declaring Bankruptcy?

Many men and women who are faced with bankruptcy fear that their job could be on the line if they file for bankruptcy. But you are protected by law against any employers who feel they can fire you because of your personal finance issues.

The U.S.C. Sec. 525, prohibits any employer from discriminating against an employee because he or she filed for bankruptcy.

If job security is your reason for hesitating on filing, you know you are protected.