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At which point in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy would I contest against a secure debt that I believe should not be cross collateralized?

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 26, 2015

I agree that you should not get your hopes up, as it will be stressful and costly. And if you are not paying your monthly car payments- your...

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I am self employed and interested in filing for bankrupsy. How many months of ledgers or loss/ profit will I need?

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 26, 2015

Absolutely hire a bankruptcy attorney. Many lawyers offer a free consultation for BK cases. It is well worth to spend a couple thousand to...

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The condo association foreclosed. I was hospitalized and now I am a widow and homeless. the attorneys for the condo association

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 26, 2015

Consult an estate lawyer, as my colleagues suggested above. And consider filing for bankruptcy if you are in fact stuck with your deceased...

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What is judgement by default?

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 26, 2015

An individual did not respond, which is construed as consent for judgement.

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Civil court case , sued and unable to file an appeal .in NY .. How long it takes to garnish my paycheck , how much they can get

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 25, 2015

As my colleagues stated above- they can garnish 10%, and the process takes approximately 3 months. Discuss this with your lawyer and consider...

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What are my options to save my house from a secured debt?

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 25, 2015

Hire an experienced debt/ bankruptcy lawyer asap! Creditors will come after you both and if you don't have assets to pay off debt- your uncle will...

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What is the process to amend a bankruptcy in NYC, and the related fees?

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 25, 2015

You need to contact your lawyer and see if you can re-open and amend your case. Make sure there is a high chance you will get approval to discharge...

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My current debts are over $10,000, and I have Student Loans at about $8,000. I want to file Bankruptcy

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

If you are interested in filing bankruptcy, make sure to contact an experienced bankruptcy lawyer. There are plenty of lawyers who offer free BK...

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Can my 80 Year co-signer living in NY be sued by Simm Associates, because I cannot afford to pay my private student loan?

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

There is no age limit on who can get sued, just like there is no age restrictions of who can file for bankruptcy. Your cosigner can absolutely get...

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I'm concerned, as plaintiff, about my ability to collect on a civil judgement in N.H. District Court.

Elaine's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

It is illegal to collect once an individual files for bankruptcy.

Elaine Fridlin's Answers (138)

At which point in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy would I contest against a secure debt that I believe should not be cross collateralized?

I am self employed and interested in filing for bankrupsy. How many months of ledgers or loss/ profit will I need?

The condo association foreclosed. I was hospitalized and now I am a widow and homeless. the attorneys for the condo association

What is judgement by default?

Civil court case , sued and unable to file an appeal .in NY .. How long it takes to garnish my paycheck , how much they can get

What are my options to save my house from a secured debt?

What is the process to amend a bankruptcy in NYC, and the related fees?

My current debts are over $10,000, and I have Student Loans at about $8,000. I want to file Bankruptcy

Can my 80 Year co-signer living in NY be sued by Simm Associates, because I cannot afford to pay my private student loan?

I'm concerned, as plaintiff, about my ability to collect on a civil judgement in N.H. District Court.