Leif files a petition in bankruptcy. Among his debts are un?paid taxes, fines owed to the government, student loans owed to Metro University, and support owed to his ex-wife Nadia. Most likely to be dis?charged are

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Generally, student loans are not dischargeable in bankruptcy, but there is an exception for cases where paying the loan would impose undue hardship. The other debts listed are generally not dischargeable in bankruptcy. Back taxes accrued within the previous three years and fines outstanding less than eight years are usually not dischargeable in bankruptcy. Also, spousal support debts, unlike child support debts, typically cannot be discharged in bankruptcy.

Leif Files a Petition in Bankruptcy