Search: Legal Guides written by Peter Francis Geraci (8 found)

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act provides a way to stop collectors from contacting you.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Banking. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
Operators of businesses must produce adequate business records, or they can be denied a discharge.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
What is a "reaffirmation" Why should I sign one? What do I look for? Reaffirmations make your personal liability survive the bankruptcy so you should consult closely with your bankruptcy attorney before signing one.
12 of 12 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
What happens to your credit report after you receive a discharge in Bankruptcy
9 of 15 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act is a federal law passed to protect consumers from unfair and oppressive collection practices. Threats, calling your neighbors and relatives, and other unfair practices are prohibited.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
State and federal law limit how long a creditor has to collect a debt
14 of 15 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Bankruptcy / Debt.

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
Social Security Benefits are exempt from garnishment, but you have to claim that exemption in the garnishment proceeding
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Peter Francis Geraci
Do corporations file bankruptcy? Do their shareholders or officers have to file as well?
21 of 21 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Bankruptcy / Debt. Jurisdiction: Federal