Brett D Weiss

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Greenbelt, MD

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Greenbelt, MD

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

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How to stop wage garnishment

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

Bankruptcy is the only surefire way to stop most garnishments (other than paying the judgment in full). I strongly recommend speaking with an...

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Do I have a case?

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

I agree with Mr. Harrell's excellent answer. Please understand that attorneys who handle cases of this nature sue collection agencies all the...

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Negotiation for lump sum settlement of old collections acct NOT on CR? Should I request validation? Statute of limitation ?s

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

I agree with the other attorneys' excellent answers.

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If i have a outstanding debt from over 10 years ago, can this stop me from getting a passport. Could i be denied.

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

I agree with the other attorneys' excellent answers.

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Can I sell or refinance my home?

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

Generally speaking, if there is no lien, the property can be sold without it being paid from the proceeds of settlement. Speak with an experienced...

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Divorce decree awards me 2/3 of home, mortgage in his name only, both on title, he files bankruptcy, how does that effect me?

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

In addition to the other attorney's answers, if he filed a Chapter 13, he may be able to discharge that portion of the marital award that is not in...

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If I quit my job can I keep my home and vehicle?

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

If you can't keep up the payments on your home, the lender can foreclose. The bankruptcy court won't get involved at this point. I recommend...

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Wage garnishment question

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

Here is an article about wage garnishments in New York: http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/new-york-income-execution-wage-garnishment-law.html

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Wage garnishment exemptions for N.Y.C?

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

Here is an article about wage garnishments in New York: http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/new-york-income-execution-wage-garnishment-law.html

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Conducted my own investigation! ID theft & my creditors caused harm to my name and credit. I want to litigate for damages-->

Brett's answer | Answered on August 26, 2016

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