Questions answered by Paul Stephen Johnson

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My partner died in may and left credit card debt of $9000.

Paul's answer | Answered on August 01, 2010

Barring some unusual circumstance, you are not personally liable for debts which are in your partner's name only. That said, if you sell soemthing...

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I need to file for bankrupcy, my home is in foreclosue. Will my home be protected? Also I am unemployed at this time.

Paul's answer | Answered on August 01, 2010

This is a complicated question which would indicate that you need a bankrutpcy attorney admitted in your State. If you are eligible, you can file...

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Can a creditor attempt to collect debt after filing Chapter 7?

Paul's answer | Answered on August 01, 2010

I believe you should consult an attorney on this matter (preferably one who has familiarity with the laws in the State in which the property lies)....

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My mom died without a will and then she had some checks come from different sources like AFLAC and CDHP? How do I handle these??

Paul's answer | Answered on August 01, 2010

As mentioned above, New York has a small estates statute which will allow you to act (with limited authority) if the value of the estate assets to...

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Do I need to set up an executor for the estate of my late ex-husband so our children can sue a doctor for wrongful death?

Paul's answer | Answered on August 01, 2010

I agree that you should consult a probate attorney in Alabama right away, particularly one who also deals in medical malpractice cases. There may...

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Can I ask my landlord if he is interested in buying out my lease of a rent stabilized apt--without risk to me ??

Paul's answer | Answered on August 01, 2010

You nay ask the landlord, but they could very well wonder why you are asking for such a settlement. This may raise a question about your income or...

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Does Kansas have waive filing fees in bankruptcy?

Paul's answer | Answered on August 01, 2010

As stated above, you can request the Court to waive the filing fee. You should have legal counsel if you are filing for bankruptcy; contact the...

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If I file bankruptcy separately from my husband who lives in Michigan. I live in NV. What can I expect.

Paul's answer | Answered on July 31, 2010

You can file bankruptcy, but your husband will continue to be responsible for those debts which are in his name. If payments are not received ...

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I am renting a house and the landlord filed chap 7 with no notice. What do I do now he hasnt even contacted me.Do I move or stay

Paul's answer | Answered on July 31, 2010

It sounds like the landlord is abandoning the property. I would contact the trustee (named in thate bankruptcy letter you received) to determine...

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I've shipped a car,and three months later,my car is no where to be found

Paul's answer | Answered on July 31, 2010

Look at the contract with the shipping company to detemrine the remedy. Contact your insurance company. There are scams out there with these...

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My partner died in may and left credit card debt of $9000.

I need to file for bankrupcy, my home is in foreclosue. Will my home be protected? Also I am unemployed at this time.

Can a creditor attempt to collect debt after filing Chapter 7?

My mom died without a will and then she had some checks come from different sources like AFLAC and CDHP? How do I handle these??

Do I need to set up an executor for the estate of my late ex-husband so our children can sue a doctor for wrongful death?

Can I ask my landlord if he is interested in buying out my lease of a rent stabilized apt--without risk to me ??

Does Kansas have waive filing fees in bankruptcy?

If I file bankruptcy separately from my husband who lives in Michigan. I live in NV. What can I expect.

I am renting a house and the landlord filed chap 7 with no notice. What do I do now he hasnt even contacted me.Do I move or stay

I've shipped a car,and three months later,my car is no where to be found