What can I do to (or How do I) collect on a promissory note that I accepted from the sale of my business?

Massachusetts law may apply, but you can sue the person in Texas if you can find him there or in Massachusetts. Contact a Massachusetts attorney...

Can HOA deduct a "post bankruptcy legal fee" from a refund of overpaid dues on foreclosed condo?

If the dues were due and payable on the first of the month, then the August bill was pre-petition making it discharged. The post-bankruptcy legal...

Was your husband listed as owner of the motorcycle? If so, he should file a police report because the bike was stolen from him (at least his share)...

I won restitution in a court case and now he is filing bankruptcy so he doesn't have to pay me, can he legally do that?

Criminal restitution is not dischargeable in bankruptcy. However, if the case is filed under Chapter 13 and the person is trying to discharge the...

Garnishments are only available if there is a judgment or a statute giving administrative wage garnishment powers (this is available to some...

Do I need a debt consolidation lawyer

No one can do anything to negotiate debts that you cannot do yourself. Do not pay anyone to do this. However, you have been sued. I agree that the...

An attorney called me and wanted payments on a debt. I have not signed anything. Should I pay anyway?

Document everything. Then take it all to a local consumer law attorney for review. Sign nothing and agree to nothing without having something in...

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I am legally seperated, not divorced. We filed bankrutcy together in 2002. Can I file without her before the divorce

You have asked many questions. The short answer is that you can file alone. If you are obligated to pay any of the debts through a separation...

Used brothers creidit card without his knowledge whats your advice?

You are liable to him. Also, if he or the creditor decides to press criminal charges, you will need a lawyer. You could be ordered to pay...

Most courts require that the attorney handle the agreement as part of the retainer. If you disagree with your attorney's advice and want to sign it...