Questions answered by Jacques H. Geisenberger Jr.

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The GC never paid us and is going bankrupt, can we sue the homeowner?

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 17, 2012

Pennsylvania has a Mechanics Lein Law which MAY give you righta against both the General Contractor and/or the Homeowner. The statute is very...

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In bankruptcy can a co-signer discharge student loans.

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 17, 2012

If the Asker is not the Debtor, I urge the Asker to contact a family law lawyer to relate the facts in more detail as to whether you have any...

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Are you responsible for debts of others who share an Apt lease with you other than the rent?

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 13, 2012

I agree with the prior answer of Attorney DiCicio. I would add that you might incur liability if you ever used the credit card of one of your...

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Can a bank who has a judgement against a commercial loan seize and hold assets valueing more than the balance of the loan

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 13, 2012

I am a bit confused about your mathamatics because you indicate that the loan was $170,000 and the bank is holding $127,000 if i read your figures...

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I have recieved a notice of "CONTINUING WRIT OF GARNISHMENT" I would like to know how to handle this situation.

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 09, 2012

I have never heard of a "Continuing Writ of Garnishment". Your question indicated that you were from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Are you a...

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I received court papers for a credit card debt. the papers were filed 09/25/12 and the last date paid accourding to their paper

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 09, 2012

I would suggest you personally and without delay contact an attorney to discuss the matter. Assuming the suit was filed in the Court of Common...

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If I would have to sue my father for student loan payments that were never made, which county to file? Mine or His?

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 06, 2012

You may certainly sue your father in the county where he now resides. You may also sue in the county where the divorce agreement was signed. Is...

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My landlord is filing for bankruptcy and will not be making anymore mortgage payments. what do I do?

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 04, 2012

There are many additional facts needed before replying to your question which seems to relate to whether you have any "rights" as a tenant who has...

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I need to know how expensive it is to file chapter 7

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 01, 2012

As a nearby consumer bankruptcy lawyer I will comment that much will depend upon the comlexity of your case as no bankruptcy is "routine" or...

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Praecipe for Default Judgement filed in adavnce of Bankruptcy filing and discharge. What are my options?

Jacques's answer | Answered on October 01, 2012

I am somewhat confused by the facts you stated followed by your question. Did you and and your wife file for bankruptcy before or after the...

Jacques H. Geisenberger Jr.'s Answers (781)

The GC never paid us and is going bankrupt, can we sue the homeowner?

In bankruptcy can a co-signer discharge student loans.

Are you responsible for debts of others who share an Apt lease with you other than the rent?

Can a bank who has a judgement against a commercial loan seize and hold assets valueing more than the balance of the loan

I have recieved a notice of "CONTINUING WRIT OF GARNISHMENT" I would like to know how to handle this situation.

I received court papers for a credit card debt. the papers were filed 09/25/12 and the last date paid accourding to their paper

If I would have to sue my father for student loan payments that were never made, which county to file? Mine or His?

My landlord is filing for bankruptcy and will not be making anymore mortgage payments. what do I do?

I need to know how expensive it is to file chapter 7

Praecipe for Default Judgement filed in adavnce of Bankruptcy filing and discharge. What are my options?