I sued a store for a $800 bedframe I never received. I won the lawsuit, but they filed bankruptcy. How do I get my money?

The answer is highly dependant on a number of technical factors. You need to deal directly with the bankruptcy court, and only a skilled bankruptcy...

I have a private student loan not backed by the federal government. Can my wages be garnished and can my tax returns be taken?

You need to speak to your bankruptcy attorney or get one. Sounds like your schedules may not have been properly filed and the student loan was not...

What would have happened if I did not show up for civil (eviction) hearing today and the plaintiff did not show?

It does sound like "sneaky stuff" and unless you verify that he FILED the dismissal with the court, you should show up. http://www.atl-law.com/

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Chapter 7 - I surrendered condo back to lender. The lender has called a hearing prior to the discharge date. Is this normal?

You need to have an attorney (or your current attorney handle this). If you sign a deed in Lieu and the terms (language) do not clearly lay out...

Aren't my rights violated if I am subpoenaed against my will when I am the victim in the case?

Your rights are not violated for a subpena to testify in court. If you were victim and you are refusing to press charges, the DA is obligated to...

I am waiting for my divorce to finalize. Can I file for bankruptcy and have it not affect my soon to be ex-spouse?

The filing would likely hold up your divorce. Better to wait till the divorce decree is in hand.

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Can I keep my tax return to catch up on my mortgage after I've filed chapter 7 bankruptcy

You are going to spend a lot more than what you would have if you had an attorney. You will likley lose the bulk if not all of your tax refund.

Is a motor vehicle, seized by virtue of a fieri facias subject to exemption in bankruptcy ? This is in Georgia.

If the car is not auctioned, you can't auction it. You may need to give the motorcycle back to the debtor. You should have a creditor attorney to...

Why has my grandad created an llc and and flp?

An LLC is a business entity that can be used to "shelter money", An FLP (Family Limited Partnership) is a limited partnership controlled by elder...

When me and my husband split up he took my debit card and took all my money and bought a gun

That behavior is certainly cause for concern. If you feel your life is in danger, you should file a police report and take action to get a...