Questions answered by Sheila Dawn Norman

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Which states laws apply and what type of attorney should I seek for immediate help?

Sheila's answer | Answered on January 26, 2016

I would recommend speaking with a bankruptcy attorney regarding your issue. Most bankruptcy attorneys offer a free consultation, will be...

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Am I able to pay off my chapter 13 early without using the bankruptcy attorney who initially established my case?

Sheila's answer | Answered on January 15, 2016

I am sorry to hear about the passing of your Husband and that this situation is adding to your stress. I am also sorry that you feel your...

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Is Uncontrolled Spending after Bankruptcy Considered Fraud?

Sheila's answer | Answered on January 11, 2016

The answer to your question depends on information that is not provided. In order to determine whether there has been fraud as a fraud typically...

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And also can i still file chapter seven after i been served with foreclosure?

Sheila's answer | Answered on December 27, 2015

Yes, you may file for a Chapter 7 after service of foreclosure papers. This will not prevent the foreclosure but may delay it. A successful...

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Can my business survive a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ?

Sheila's answer | Answered on November 04, 2015

I recommend that you discuss your case with an attorney who has some business bankruptcy experience. Filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy with a...

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It about bankruptcy. And the money was paid on priceable and they the man had morgage said it went on intest about almost

Sheila's answer | Answered on November 02, 2015

It sounds as if you have an issue about whether payments made on a mortgage should have been applied to the principal of the loan or the interest...

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What happens if Defendant files for bankruptcy after Landlord files an eviction lawsuit? (commercial lease, FL law)

Sheila's answer | Answered on November 02, 2015

There are two different forms of bankruptcy that might be appropriate for a business. One is a Chapter 7, which typically ends the business. ...

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Will state Law In Florida allow the Edd State of California garnish the wages of Florida resident?

Sheila's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

Perhaps. There may be some defenses and the amount of wages that can be garnished is limited and may be precluded if you are supporting dependents.

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Property Ownership Following a Divorce and Bankruptcy

Sheila's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

I recommend that you ensure that your spouse's name has been or is formally removed from the property by deed, meaning that it is reflected in the...

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What notice should I receive when a house I purchased through bankruptcy trustee sale is later sold at a foreclosure auction?

Sheila's answer | Answered on October 22, 2015

When you purchase property from a bankruptcy trustee, you only purchase what the trustee owned. This means you purchased the home subject to the...

Sheila Dawn Norman's Answers (197)

Which states laws apply and what type of attorney should I seek for immediate help?

Am I able to pay off my chapter 13 early without using the bankruptcy attorney who initially established my case?

Is Uncontrolled Spending after Bankruptcy Considered Fraud?

And also can i still file chapter seven after i been served with foreclosure?

Can my business survive a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ?

It about bankruptcy. And the money was paid on priceable and they the man had morgage said it went on intest about almost

What happens if Defendant files for bankruptcy after Landlord files an eviction lawsuit? (commercial lease, FL law)

Will state Law In Florida allow the Edd State of California garnish the wages of Florida resident?

Property Ownership Following a Divorce and Bankruptcy

What notice should I receive when a house I purchased through bankruptcy trustee sale is later sold at a foreclosure auction?