In a chapter 13 filing, does the trustee always keep income tax refunds?

You can file a request to keep all or part of your tax retune for an unexpected, unforeseen circumstance, such as unanticipated medical bills or...

Is my exhusband still in contempt of court for not selling motorcycle when we divorced 5 yrs ago?

I agree with Ms. D'Augustinis with regard to her advice about picking your fights. However, generally, only provisions of the final judgment...

Mother sent. to jail for 365 days for 2nd dui, is pregnant, due in Sept. Chances of getting out earlier than sentence?

Many time the jail will not want the cost and liability of a child delivery and a judge may grant a furlough or possibly an early release. Once...

How can I request a cancellation of debt for an auto loan or where I can get a letter for the format of the request?

The decision to write off a debt and give you a 1099-C is solely with the lender. The only sure fire way for you to "cancel" or discharge the...

I agree with Mr. Friedman, I've never heard of an Article III Federal Judge leaving the bench to go back into private practice. Federal Judge's...

I am 67, divorced, pay 3000k a month alimony. I am retiring. How can I get this alimony reduced or eliminated?

Your "forced" retirement is reducing your ability to pay and represents a substantial change in circumstances that is not of your making. You...

What will happen if I were suppose to tell a family court judge my ex has a warrant out for his arrest for failure to appear?

I agree with both my learned colleagues, but would add that if you are not sure you might just mention it to the bailiff or court deputy. They may...

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Should I continue to pay my student loan after I file for bankruptcy?

Short answer is yes. Neither Chapter 7 nor Chapter 13 will discharge or reduce the amount of your student loan, but if you filed under Chapter...

How can I get released from credit card debt without filing bankruptcy?

You can attempt to negotiate with each credit card company individually, but with no income or ability to make a settlement with them, that is...

Family name change

The answer depends on several factors which you did not mention in your question. Has their been a court determination of paternity for each...

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