Can I write off attorney and court fees for a chapter 7 bankruptcy that was discharged on my taxes?

In almost all consumer cases, bankruptcy fees and expenses, including those of the bankruptcy attorney, are not deductable expenses on a personal...

My mom died and she had credit cards in her name. s.are her kids responsible for her debt? There is no money to pay them.

The answer here is very simple: you are not responsible for your mother's debts. If your mother had an estate, it would be the responsibility of...

Can someone file bankruptcy on a civil judgement, It happen in california and I live in georgia

When you file for bankruptcy, you are able to discharge all of your dischargeable debts and it does not matter where you incurred them. It also...

I'm being asked to pay a debt 15 years old. What is the statute of limitations on debts?

This is called "Vampire Debt." Some collection companies buy very old debt that is no longer legally enforceable. They figure that even if just...

Should we file a complaint?

Many people make the mistake of filing bankruptcy on their own. Sometimes it works out smoothly, but sometimes, as you've discovered, it can cause...

Will i receive my 2008 Tax refund?

It's always best to have an attorney represent you in bankruptcy court for the very reason of resolving questions of the type you just...

Can the bankruptcy court take my plant closure and severance mone?

The severence package you are receiving should be exempt and protected. This is because this asset originated after your bankruptcy case was...

You are not alone. An incredible number of consumers are taken advantage of by debt settlement companies. This is an industry that is not...

Attorney is showing our balance as 21000 and threating garnishment. what rights do we have

Unfortunately, you learned that whenever you settle a debt, you must get the settlement agreement or understanding in writing BEFORE making...

Help me please, Bankruptcy or consolidate my debts?

You probably should file for bankruptcy because it will give you the opportunity for a fresh new financial start by putting all of your old debts...