The classical school emphasizes production of goods and services as the key focus of economic analysis. Neoclassical economics focuses on how individuals operate within an economy. As such, the neoclassical school emphasizes the exchange of goods and services as the key focus of economic analysis.. (Source : Difference Between Classical & Neoclassical Economics | eHow) Here's information about the dates of emergence of neoclassical economics:
A random sampling of other states indicates the issue is mixed. For example, Illinois taxes the equipment if it is used in a manufacturing process. In Maine, there is no exemption. In Connecticut, all fire safety equipment is exempt.
In most cases you will not lose your home or car during your bankruptcy case as long as your equity in the property is fully exempt. (see Connecticut bankruptcy exemptions) Even if your property is not fully exempt, you will be able to keep it, if you pay its non-exempt value to creditors in chapter 13.