Just lost my job in which I was making close to 70k. Will I qualify for chapter 7.

Losing a job is one of the big 4 reasons that people end up in a BK office. This is exactly what attorneys like us are here for. Don't throw away...

Filed bankruptcy before the first IRS garnishment took place. if they take my money out of my next paycheck, will it be returned

There is a lot of info that is needed. Did you file a Chapter 13 or a Chapter 7? What years were the taxes for etc. However, the bad news is,...

I have the proper forms to claim an exemption to protect my personal property/belongings and my car. What is the next step?

If you haven't met with an attorney, you need to. You'll need to file the correct forms in the correct court. You cold call the creditor's...

What type of lawyer do I need

Consumer protection, lawyers that deal with the lemon law.

Slip and fall as a tenant what can be done

You really should see an attorney. There are many claims as people have said. Also you may be entitled to just call a plumber and then withhold...

Can I file for bankruptcy in order to release a second home?

Anyone can file for bankruptcy. You just might have to pay some of the debt back, or not. I'd meet with attorneys who have relationships with real...

In general, what is the major difference between a Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

A chapter 7 is quick and usually painless if you qualify. Chapter 13 cases are used if you are forced into them or if you have tax issues, child...

Is there a debt to income ratio requirement that one must meet in order to file for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

There is no debt to income ration but you need to be careful how you fill out your means test and forms I&J. Attorneys will do your case for a low...

Can I file bankruptcy in a civil lawsuit that suspended my license and how can I get my license back while I file for bankrupycy

I do this all the time for people with suspended DLs. Usually, it takes about 90 days and you take your discharge paperwork in to the DMV and...

In 2015 - In general, about how much does it cost to hire a bankruptcy lawyer?

Go get some free consultations. As everyone has said, you are looking at the filing fee and then from $500 on the very low end to $2500 for a...

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