We're divorcing and she wants to make me responsible for the mortgage. Is this possible?

Unfortunately my colleague is correct. Your discharge ended your obligation to the bank holding the mortgage. However, in a divorce that court can...

Should have i done a recorded statement for a slip and fall claim in Massachusetts?

It is hard to say with the limited information given. It is a judgment call based upon the facts of the case. Sometimes I have my clients give such...

I was found guilty of an OUI/Serious BI charge in MA. I am on 2 years probation (8 months completed).

It is possible to terminate your probation early with a motion to the sentencing judge. However, with only 8 months into a 2 year probation on an...

Filed bankruptcy and added lawsuit to satement of affairs but do i need to add it on the the creditor list too?

Yes you should make sure the person or entity who is suing you is added to your scheduled creditors. Their attorney who filed the suit should also...

Filed chapter 7. Discharge received/case closed. A judgment creditor who had a lien on my land is now trying to foreclose. HELP

If they got notice of the Bankruptcy and were discharged, their actions are in violation of the discharge order. They can be sanctioned by the...

What is a criminal offense 266/120 in the state of mass

It is criminal trespassing. It is a misdemeanor, punishable by $100 fine or 30 Days in jail at most. However, it is highly unlikely that any jail...

I had cancer & lost my home & car due to unability to work in 2007. I can not afford to pay back $400,000.00...

Any bankruptcy will cause some damage to your credit report. It will be on the report for 10 years. However, with this much debt and no ability to...

Whose attorney is responsible for filing the order for administrative closing. My bankruptcy attorney or the creditors attorney?

As far as whatvis required, either attorney can do it. But your attorney should be stepping up if the attorney for the creditor is unwilling. This...

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I filed ch 7 bk which was discharged 12/12. How does that affect my tax return for 2012? Are discharged debts taxable?

Your discharged debts are not taxable. You may receive a 1099 from some of the creditors, but you should not be taxed, as you are insolvent as...

I have been served court papers for old doctor and hospital bills, can I still file for bankruptcy even though I have been serve

Yes you can. You could still file even if they got a judgement in court against you. It is best that you consult with a local Bankruptcy attorney...