I get 75% of the equity on our home ($50,000), however my ex-husband is now filling for bankruptcy and listed me as a creditor.

If you were awarded money in a divorce and he files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, that award may survive the discharge. If there is equity that cannot...

Capital One credit cards are usually governed by Virginia law. Virginia law on credit cards is either 3 years (unwritten contract) or 5 years...

Boyfriend's old bank (6 years ago) is saying he has to pay over 2000 NOW or be garnished. Is there anything we can do???

Debt has nothing to do with custody. The rest of your question needs more information. Is there a judgment? Did the bank contact him or was it a...

Can interest on a judgment be stopped while being garnished/paid back? What steps need to taken to do this...

Your employee needs to check the judgment. If interest was awarded, then it continues to accrue until paid in full. Interest is either the judgment...

Should i file for bankruptcy?

That is like asking if you should get your appendix out because your stomach hurts. You need a complete review of your financial situation for an...

I am a resident of Illinois receiving social security and receive a pension from the state of Illinois. Can I be garnished?

If the money is owed to the federal government, then federal benefits CAN be garnished to satisfy those debts.

What are the consequences of not paying medical bills after a bankruptcy and foreclosure?

Federal law prohibits hospitals from denying treatment in emergencies regardless of ability to pay. Federal law also prohibits a bankruptcy...

Can a default judgement re-age and stay another 7 years on my credit report if I settle it?

Judgments stay on your credit for 7 years from the date of judgment OR the entire statute of limitations, whichever is longer. Negotiations and...

You can easily search for the Illinois exemptions. I have to agree with Mr. Araujo.

Normally, minors cannot enter into contracts unless they have been emancipated. Your parents would be responsible for the medical bills incurred...