Can I still get money from a case that's over seven years old?

Unfortunately, it is more than likely that your claim was discharged in the bankruptcy case. You may want to consult with a local bankruptcy...

At a hearing, is it smart to say, "Out of respect for the Court's time, I will sum up my case in five minutes."?

Not knowing the judge or the procedure, it's hard to answer your question. Judges clearly like brevity, and they like prepared litigants even...

Do I have a case for negligence?

I believe you have grounds to sue for negligence. Whether you prevail, of course, is another question. An ordinarily prudent person would not run...

Can an independent contractor be required to sign a NON-Compete?

The counterparty can condition the independent contractor's employment on the execution of such a non-competition agreement, but I am not aware of...

Can filing for Personal Bankruptcy Protection help reduce/eliminate debts to IRS?

I agree with the previous answers and write merely to address the extraterritorial question in regard to Israel. The bankruptcy court's discharge...

You have the right to proceed as you propose. Even if the contractor agrees to your resolution of the issue, make sure you get appropriate lien...

Can I sue for a new car , they blew out my engine

Unfortunately, your damages are limited to the loss you sustained -- that is the value of the vehicle as of the day you took it in for repair.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy approved but got a threatening call from a Collections agency to garnish my wages if I don't pay them?

I agree with my colleagues in that my very first reaction on reading your post was "scam."

In January 2013 I was discharge bankruptcy charter 7. When I qulify to file for bancrupcy again

You can file for chapter 13 protection, but you will not be able to get a discharge in the 13 unless four years have elapsed since you filed the...

I Can be charged with fraud for an unpaid credit card ?

While one might be liable in fraud for using a credit card with no intention or ability to repay charges incurred on the card, it is unlikely that...