Can I discharge a lawsuit with one of the causes of action for fraud in bankruptcy?

You should definitely list the judgment amount in the appropriate schedule in your petition. Just because there was an allegation of fraud in the...

Chapter 7 bankrupcy and how it affects my only cosigner

As long as your co-debtor pays the bills on time, his or her credit rating should not be affected. Keep in mind that if you file, and the debts...

Can credit card companies file a case against you in court or dock wages?

It is entirely possible that you were not served correctly, but the law firm went ahead and filed a default judgment against you. Your attorney...

Chapter 7 question

Short answer: The trustee has the ability, under Section 707 of the Code, to take into account all factors and this could lead an aggressive...

The odds are quite high that the case was dismissed "without prejudice" which means that the creditor can indeed sue again. You can prevent the...

I need a lawyer or legal advice in NY -I am being sued for a private student loan

Under legislation passed in 2005, private student loans are not eligible for discharge in bankruptcy. However, you may be able to negotiate more...

If the company I work for uses my business credit card without permission, is that fraud?

It goes without saying that the intentional use of another person's credit card with the intent to defraud is actionable, if not criminal. ...

Mother died leaving assets to 5 children including r.e. which we have just closed on.she had a considerable amount of credit

No, you are not obligated on this debt for even one penny. Tell any debt collector to take a hike off the nearest river bank.

If you are going to file a chapter 7 can you transfer a piece of land?

If you transfer property to your wife six months prior to filing bankruptcy, the bankruptcy trustee, upon discovery of this transfer, has the right...

Can wages still be garnished after loan has been payed?

I would suggest you call them and demand an accounting for the moneys taken so far via the garnishment and any other sources from which they have...