We have an upcoming court date set in which a debitor is trying to file judgement on us. Can we file bankruptcy to stop the case

The chapter 13 filing will allow you up to five years to pay off the taxx debt without the obligation to pay continuing fines and interest. The...

Is it possible to get a Chapter 13 discharged?

You should discuss this with your attorney but consider converting to chapter 7 because that would allow you to discharge the debts that you have...

Claiming to reside in NJ while residing in NYC

Amending the returns is the best idea. Even if you work in the City and live in NJ therre are tax ramifications. New Jerssey may have a cliam and...

Can a judges decision be appealed if he sentenced someone to jail?

He is in jail because of child support arrears. You can appeal the imprisonment, but you will probably need an attorney unless he wants to do it...

How old does some one have to be for me to collect a small claims judgment from their parents or legal guardian?

Depends on what the debt is for. If it is medical bills, or some form of essential support they may be liable, however, if they are liable you...

What is the next step after a notice of claim?

After the notice of claim the State has the right to conduct discovery and then there is the opportunity to file the lawsuit. You should talk to...

How do I file a lawsuit for my husband who was injured in a correctional facility?

Your husband would have to file the lawsuit. You can find an attorney who will represent him but he would have to file the suit. When deciding...

How can I file a lawsuit against Legal Aid's?

If these attorneys were from the same office they were acting unprofessionally, but they are allowed to discuss the details of their cases with...

What happens if you die in the process of a big law suit? Is there somethin to be written into the suit if this occers?

You would not fuile anything until after the death, so there is nothing in th suit itself. however, depending on the nature of your suit the...

I have an involuntary repossession on my credit report. I would like to know if I file for bankruptcy (Chapter 7 or 13) if...

The repossession will stay on the credit report for 7 years, but if you get a discharge in bankruptcy it will also note that the liability was...

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