Workers compensation settlement are exempt. Contact a local attorney in your area for further clarification. Best of luck.

If you file for bankruptcy and then get an inheritance, are you required to repay the debt under the bankruptcy?

You are required to report your inheritance to your bankruptcy attorney or to the bankruptcy trustee upto 6 months after the date of discharge. ...

I owe $20,000 on one credit card from several years ago. I got served with a summons. is it too late to settle it for less?

No. You can contact the attorney representing the credit card company to inquire about a settlement. However, you have lost some leverage...

How can i stop a garnishment due to not being able to support my family.

If you qualify, file a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy you may discharge all medical bills and therefore stop all garnishments. Whether your employer can...

This means that your were released from commitment on your own recognizance. In English, they let you out on the condition that you will behave...

Flooded 1st floor condo. I am a renter.

When you rent there is an implied covenant of habitability. This means you have the right of quiet enjoyment of your property in a minimum of...

Are collection agencies from outside Michigan still bound by the laws of collecting on accounts over 6 years old?

The statute of limitations most likely has passed considering its past the six years. This is very fact specific. Contact a local attorney for...

Do I have to return money that was gifted?

There must be present donative intent and acceptance on your part. This is irrevocable by the donor once accepted. Sounds to me like he made a...

CAN I GO TO JAIL FOR A VIOLATION OF MY PROBATION FOR FINES AND COSTS.I OWE 2,100 AND WILL GIVE 500 DOLLARS ON THE DAY OF MY COUR

You can but, its very unlikely. Contact a public defender if you cannot afford a criminal defense attorney and request a longer term of probation...

Homeowner want to sell his house, tenants have one year lease what happens when new buyer wants to move in?

The homeowner may sell the house however, they are subject to any rights of a lease holder. However, they are not required to renew the lease in...