Wage Garnishment. I work in Texas, but employer is in NJ?

If the debt was a consumer debt--one for primarily personal, family or household purpose--then the garnishment proceeding can take place only in...

Will the Judge always grant the mediation that both parties agreed on?

Typically, if it is not a family law matter involving a long term marriage or dealing with children, judges will allow parties to resolve their...

I entered a judgment for a contractor than took my $2000 deposit. Can I garnish his wages since he works and has no assets?

There are limitations under Federal law as to the maximum that may be garnished. If this judgment debtor is already subject to the maximum...

Can a credit card company garnish my full check?

Under Federal law, the maximum amount that can be garnished is 25% of net income, OR the difference between take home and 30 hours x minimum wage...

If I ask the judge for a Debt Validation from the creditor will the judge honor this?

Debt validation is a process when there are collection efforts and has no legal standing in a law suit. A judge will not compel the validation. ...

Missed 341 meting

Case will be dismissed. Call the Trustee. Explain why you missed meeting. See if the Trustee will object to your making a motion to have the 341...

Can I get out of a lease that additional requirements and previously unkown info were added one month after signing?

Your alternative to getting out of the lease is to insist on strict compliance with its terms, and only its terms. Why go through the hassle and...

Can my landlord make me pay double the rent if I stay in my apartment.

Many states permit the doubling of rent for a "holdover tenant". It seems to me that you will be leaving sooner or later, since you can not...

Can I have a friend who lives in Florida, to sign and deliver a 3 day notice?

I suggest that you prepare the 3-day notice with the amount of the past due rent filled in and sign it, but leave the dates blank. Send the notice...

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How do you find out if a lender obtained a deficiency judgment against us?

Check the public records of the county in which the foreclosure occurred, as judgments are typically recorded or note in a judgment book. Also,...