Can I set up payment in lieu of being garnished once I find gainful employment?

Georgia law does not provide for a generalized "garnishment status" that affects you no matter where you work. The earlier garnishment was only in...

Can a post judgment creditor come after the debtor's spouse?

If your spouse receives any post-judgment discovery or a notice of deposition, you should have it immediately reviewed by counsel. While the...

It means that this case is over. If the case was dismissed either voluntarily by the plaintiff or "for want of prosecution" by the judge, then the...

Do I have to pay collection agency for credit card debt for 83 yr old who is in assisted living?

It sounds like her only income is exempt from collection. So ignoring the collection agency or sending a "cease contact" letter may be valid...

Can I scrap a car that has a title that is with a title loan company but is under bankruptcy?

Even if your mother is agreeable, the title loan company (and maybe the bankruptcy trustee) may still make trouble for you and your mother if you...

I assume that the lender has already sold the boat and applied the proceeds to the balance. If you stop making payments, 1) the lender will...

Was served with garnishment in Nov/Dec for a 7 yr debt. What is statue of limitations n can I stop it.

The "statute of limitations" is the time limit on when a law suit can be commenced. The "statute of limitations" does not directly impact a...

Can a law firm representing a creditor collect from the debtor's spouse?

As a general rule, under Georgia law, the debts of one spouse are not automatically the responsibility of the other spouse. Plus, if I remember...

This is a common error for companies to bill the parent (or other person) that has the insurance. Just because the insurance is in your name, that...

You need to speak with a consumer protection attorney. Be sure to save all communications (letters, envelopes, emails, voice mails, etc.) for...