Can an Attorney Accept Payment After Filing Chapter 7?

Hats off to both prior contributors. In a chapter 7 case, the attorney must be paid up front otherwise the attorney becomes an unsecured creditor...

Joint checking account/BK

This is a great question for local counsel. Although you can file for bankruptcy yourself, it is highly advisable to have counsel as a great many...

Personal liability as result of lending use of an auto.

I agree with the previous posts. Your liability will relate directly to your knowledge under the negligent entrustment theory. Since you have...

Can you sue orthopedic surgeon after complaing about pain for 2 years while having 2 knees replaced and peripheral neuropathy

I agree with the above response. You may have a claim. I would add the following. Claims are time sensitive - 2 years in most states and 1 year...

I agree with the previous response that under certain circumstances text messages can be harassing and criminal in nature. This is true...

Lawyer for the Truck driver

The prior response is correct in that more information is needed. A license is not just suspended for having an accident. He may have been issued...

Will my checking account be affected by bankruptcy? when?

The above responses are absolutely correct. We always ask if the filer owes any money to the bank. If they do, we have them close their accounts...

Missed 341 meting

In the Middle District of Pennsylvania, if you miss the first 341 meeting, they will automatically set another 341 meeting. If you miss the second...

Can't find my lawyer

The State Bar is an excellent resource for locating your attorney. The State Bar requires that the information be kept up to date. In the...

The gas company let my lease expirer now they are trying to get me to take less than 1/2 the money what should I do

You need to consult with an attorney in the State where the land is located. I practice oil and gas law in Pennsylvania. Lease law is complicated...