What would dissmissal require

Assuming you are the debtor and have non-exempt assets, it may be difficult or impossible to obtain a dismissal (as my out-of-state colleagues...

Can i still file for bankrupcy on a commercial property if a Discovery in Aid of Execution Pursuant has been ordered?

When a debtor (whether an individual or corporation) files for bankruptcy, an "automatic stay" goes into effect that suspends all collection...

Can a collection agency garnish money from my social security disability check?

Social Security Benefits are generally exempt from garnishment under federal and Pennsylvania law, except for child support, court-ordered victim...

Given my Philadelphia colleague's thorough answer, I would only add that when a creditor willfully violates the automatic stay, the debtor may be...

Creditor refuses debt settlement 8 requests, has issued a writ of execution and garnished my bank account. i reside in pa

I agree with my colleague. You may want to consider speaking to an attorney about alternatives such as an attorney-negotiated settlement or, if you...

If co-borrowers are sued, will they have to pay equally?

In Pennsylvania, co-debtors are jointly liable for the entire debt, unless there is a provision in the contract to the contrary. Therefore, the...

Creditors often botch the service of lawsuits. Fortunately, if a debtor does not receive proper notice of the action, and a judgment is entered,...

Can a Dr's Office representative come to your place of employment regarding a bill?

I have to second my colleague's answer regarding the Pennsylvania Fair Credit Extension and Uniformity Act. In this type of situation, you can let...

In Pennsylvania, a married couple generally hold their joint property as "tenants by the entireties." As a practical matter, this means that a...

The beginning of October 2012 my Daughter was served with Papers from GMAC that her House was going in Foreclosure !!

I am sorry to hear that your daughter is having these difficulties with her attorney. As my colleague noted, time is of the essence. She should...