I filed chpt 13 bankruptcy in Illinois but changed my mind and it was dismissed. Why is it still on my credit report?

Because you filed for bankruptcy.

Can money owed to a trustee be put into a Chapter 7 as a creditor?

A Chapter 13 plan can last no more than 5 years. A trustee has no power to extend the term of the plan unless the plan gives him or her that power....

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Are my disclosure forms valid legal protection? I work for myself (masseuse).

You need a local attorney to review the documents to make sure that the waiver complies with any state law requirements. [This communication is...

Am I responsible for my husband not telling me my pharmacy license was suspended

Filing taxes is your responsibility as well. If someone does not file for you (a spouse), then you must file for you. Also, maintaining your...

Can a verbal contract be held up in the state of idaho,

I am not an Idaho attorney. In Virginia, this would be a covenant not to compete. Without something in writing, you would have a difficult time...

If my tennants gave me notice they were leaving is it legal for me to turn the water off the day after they were supposed to be

No. You would be engaging in self help, which is not allowed in Virginia. You would be constructively evicting the tenants without court order,...

In the state of Virginia is my lease agreement valid?

Each party to a lease is jointly and severally liable. That means that both parties are independently responsible for the entire amount of the...

How can you prove that your innocence with larceny?

The other side must first prove that you did it. The Commonwealth handles criminal cases and the owner of the goods handles the civil case. You can...

Can you be sued for breach of lease if you decided not to move in before the move in date?

Virginia has no right to terminate once you sign the lease. You are obligated to the end of the lease. However, the landlord must keep damages low...

My semi-former business name, and reputation, is being deliberately stolen, and used against me. What are my options?

The answer is more complicated than the question. It depends on what the person bought. If you gave up the name to your former "partner" and he...