Without knowing more, the best advice seems to do business through an entity, such as a corporation or LLC. Beyond that, speak with a professional...

You may have a fair debt collection claim. Bankruptcy will stop collection efforts. However, speaking to a lawyer is needed to understand what is...

A bankruptcy case may be your answer. Meanwhile, it seems that you have a debt which your partner and children are paying, because all funds are...

Based on the limited facts, a chapter 11 seems the best option. Cost will depend on everything which must be done in the specific case.

You ask alot of questions. Let's address your concerns 1 - A debt collector engaged Foster and Garbus to collect the debt and sue you if...

If someone is the co-owner, not likely. Your issue seems to be more of the ramifications of the loan being in default There are ways of dealing...

There's a 20 year limitation for enforcing money judgments. It can be extended

Your question omits a big issue. Is "the credior" secured by your property. If yes, you might not get a loan. Or the loan may cause a default...

Your question is where bankruptcy law and divorce law collide. Your wife signing an agreement and that the divorce occured post-petition may give...

You should ask this question to the lawyer who represented you in filing the settlement. It sounds like you cannot use the money for any purpose...