Being sued for credit card debt?

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...

If the home is worth less then the first mortgage then second mortgages or secured lines of credit can be discharged. if the line of credit is...

I'm thinking of filing bankruptcy, but I co-signed a business credit card. If I declare bankruptcy what happens with that?

If you file personal bankruptcy the debt will be discharged and you will no longer be liable for that debt. You should also list the corporate...

I live in New York. I need to sell my home as I am in three months arrears and I can no longer afford it.

You will be forced to file the tax returns as a condition of a discharge. If you are not filing the returns because there is tax debt that will...

How can we protect our relative who signed as primary on our mortgage now that it is going into foreclosure?

The "primary" or any co-signer cannot be removed from liability without the permission of the lender to whom they pledged security.

Do I need to be worried about a small claims court case against me?

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...

The person suing has the burden of proof and must go first. The person being sued has the burden of proof to prove any affirmative defenses. Take...

Can I sue? What are my options? Cockroach in product purchased from major grocery store chain

When deciding if you should sue someone there are two essential requirements. First, did the person who you think violated your rights have a duty...

Can i sue an incometax company threw civil court?

When deciding if you should sue someone there are two essential requirements. First, did the person who you think violated your rights have a duty...

My house was foreclosed and sold at auction on May 4. How long do I have to move out?

The new owner will give you a quit possession notice. What they can do if you do not vacate is based on State law but could result in the local...