Is there limitations of how long before a company can collect a debt.

A statute of limitations can run on a debt; however, the situation changes if the creditor receives a judgment. After receiving a judgment, a...

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Car Question

Legally the car sounds like the car is yours. While you do not personally believe you have a right to sell it, legally you could. This basically...

Wage garnishment and bankruptcy

Bankruptcy can usually stop a wage garnishment in most jurisdictions. Even with a judgement, the creditor will not be able to collect. If you own...

How do I go about filing for bankruptcy?

It sounds like you are in a difficult situation. Your best option at this moment is to talk to a bankruptcy attorney. He or she can help you...

I'm thinking about filling bankruptcy, how do i start?

First step, find an attorney. Most bankruptcy attorneys offer a free consultation to review your situation (including income and debt) and...

As suggested in the other answers, handling a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is difficult. An attorney cannot get out of a bankruptcy case without court...

Am I responsible for my husband's company's credit card debt? Can I sell our house - it is owned jointly?

If your husband's company was properly created and maintained, he should be shelters from the company's creditors. It is possible that he...

Can i be fired?

Virginia is a state that follows at will employment. This basically means that unless you have a contract you can be let go for any reason. You can...

Chapter 13

If you file a Chapter 7, then you must wait 4 years before filing Chapter 13 to get a discharge. If it is less time, you still have file a Chapter...

Filing exemption for wage garnishment

The only exemption you have in Virginia for garnishment is a Homestead exemption of $5,000. It is a lifetime exemption, which means once it is used...