There is a case out of a different Circuit that says that Social Security income is not income at all. While it is the only case to say so, it...

Debt or bankrupt

Not paying a bill is not criminal. The police have better things to investigate. Whether you can be sued depends on the laws of the U.K. For that,...

How many people can garnish your wages at a time?

The first to file for a garnishment and serve it is the first to get paid. Any number of entities can garnish your wages. However, there is a limit...

If I had a car reposed in 2008, and was never notified of the outcome, can they put a lien on a new car I have?

Whoever is collecting must first get a judgment. Most states follow the Uniform Commercial Code, which requires certain notices when repossessing a...

If I am making monthly payment to a law firm, can the firm garnish my wages?

If they get a judgment, they can garnish your wages if they do not agree to the amount being paid. If you have a written contract to repay and are...

My name was on the electric bill for a friends apartment, she said she would pay but left it unpaid and moved to another area.

If the electric bill was in the other state, then you would need to sue here there and prove that she is liable to you for it. You are still liable...

If there is a judgement on me awaiting garnishment can personal property be taken?

If you do not own the property and can prove that you do not own it, it cannot be taken to satisfy your debt. Just make sure that you can prove...

Reducing payments on Chapter 13 Plan

If the sole reason for filing Chapter 13 was your income, then you may be able to convert if your income drop is permanent and you pass the means...

What documents do i need to forward to my trustee before the 341 meeting? chapter 7

I practice in the Eastern District of Virginia, Richmond Division. Here we must provide the state and federal tax returns for last year, proof of...

Should I stay or go?

Talk to a Colorado attorney about the foreclosure process in your state. Generally, you will be responsible for HOA dues that accrued after you...