I recvd a summons from a notoriously dirty law firm- what do I do? Can I settle before law suit? Do I still file appearance?

The first thing you need to do if and when you get sued is file an Answer. The summons will tell you that you must “appear” by way of an Answer in...

Is there any difference in liability protection with money in a 401K vs a traditional IRA.

No. They are the same. Here are some state exemptions in California: Real estate: Real property, mobile home, co-op, or condo to $50,000 if...

On 02-20-2008 my house was supposed to foreclose. It was postponed because of bankruptcy that was discharged in 06-24-2008.

Unlikely that there was a fraud that can be asserted against the mortgage holder. The bank may have come to the conclusion that they do not want...

It is not necessary for your spouse to also file the bankruptcy unless she is also liable for the debt. Keep in mind that your bankruptcy will not...

How do i get a court appointed attorney to file for pro se early termination?

Courts do not appoint attorneys for civil matters. If this is an employment issue you have to contact an attorney to take your case aand you...

The creditors place a judgment against you while you in hospital for cancer chemotherapy. What can you do about it.

When you find out that a judgment has been entered against you, normally by discovering that your wages are being garnished or the bank account has...

One of the condo association rules is that the window dressings have to be white. I hung thick white liners in my brown drapes

Hire an attorney to bring an action against the HOA to resolve the dispute. Sounds like it wouldd not be worth it financially, but everyone is...

Confused about wage garnishments

As soon as a bankruptcy is filed the garnishment and attachments sshould cease. Florida Statutes, chapter 77 outlines very strict procedures for...

Can a debt collector take money out of a checking account that has other people's name on it?

If the creditor has a judgment against the person whose name is on the account they can take all of the money in the account even if none of the...

Can a company garnish a paycheck of a co-signer without notification?

When you find out that a judgment has been entered against you, normally by discovering that your wages are being garnished or the bank account has...