Chapter and Verse2005-2006 Bankruptcy by Chapter

Why the big change? See the box on Page 4 for more info.

Here’s a breakdown of bankruptcy filings by chapter, among filings for which information was available.

Source: The Daily News Online, www.memphisdailynews.com

Chapter 13(Wage-Earner Case)

2005 Total 2006 Total % Change

10,270 2,745 Down 73%

35 41 Up 17%

15,967 11,186 Down 30%

Chapter 7(Liquidation)

Chapter 11(Reorganization)