I ordered a Sears coffeemaker

Hopefully, you used a credit card. Dispute the bill with the credit card company. [I am a Virginia-licensed attorney. This communication is...

If it really means that much to you, you can sue. Otherwise, forget about it and move on if you want to preserve the friendship. [I am a...

Is it possible to add in restitution after a case was settled?

Get an attorney in your state. If you were ordered to make payments, it may be too late to dispute or appeal this order. [I am a...

What are next steps to continue collection of a court ordered restitution?

You have to find the person and any assets that the person has that you can collect on. If the person has left the state, you may need to take the...

Is a person required to live in the state where they live to file for bankruptcy?

First, you would file in the state where you lived for the majority of the 180 days prior to filing. Unless you lived in that state for 2...

Is there anyway to pay a lawsuit without losing my house?

If the judgment creditor seeks a lien on your home, you can only protect $5,000 ($10,000 if you are over 65) in equity from that creditor. Unless...

If we stop payment on a loan with a car for coll. will we be able to keep our second car since the 1st was taken?

If there is no lien on your car, the only way it can be taken is by a collections lawsuit asking the court to order it OR by a bankruptcy trustee...

What do I do about my debt?

If you have joint credit cards, cancel them now (though it is a little late). If you authorized your ex to incur the debt on your accounts, then...

Who am i responsible to for half the unpaid medical bills for my daughter.

Your spouse is responsible to the medical provider and you are responsible to your spouse for half. You might want to dispute the debt with the...

Do I still owe utility debt after transferring lease & canceling service?

I have to disagree. If the lease was assumed by another party and the leasing office agreed to it (in writing of course), then your liability on...