Re-posting your question to Debt Collection. This is a civil not criminal matter. Jail is not a consideration. First, consider setting up a payment...

Are there any extreme circumstances that you can file chapter 7?

As my colleagues Leonard Boyer and Mario Adkins both advise, Congress allows one chapter 7 discharge per debtor every eight years, period. Chapter...

Can my husband represent me in a credit card debt case?

No, he cannot, unless your husband is authorized to practice law. Engage a lawyer to assist you.

What's the best way to find out how much lawyer services will cost for my situation?

Go with your gut: meet in person with an experienced debtor-creditor attorney about your experience with American Express. Tell him or her your...

In NY how do I go about making the judge deem my ex as a vexatious litigant after multiple lawsuits?

Re-posting question to Divorce & Separation. Develop a time line of the history of marital and support litigation by motions, requests for relief,...

Can I sue a funeral home for dropping my deceased father down a flight of stairs?

So sorry to hear of your loss and the mistreatment of your father's remains. However, other than emotional damages which are hard to quantify, the...

The 60-day time period for decision delivery is often unmet. You will need to continue to be patient.

Can I negotiate the disparagement clause in my separation agreement?

Re-posting practice area to Employment & Labor. Depending on the facts and circumstances, and your perceived leverage, anything and everything is...

I am a British citizen who had a romantic crush on someone 25 years ago , the person is unfortunately a drunk and a drug addict

Be careful what you communicate about the other person being a drunk or drug addict. You may find yourself being sued for libel or defamation of...

How do you know if a legal notice from the local court is Civil or Criminal?

Call the court clerk during business hours. If there are further questions engage an attorney.