There are several exemptions that may apply but I'll mention the main two. Each person has a $10,000 personal property exemption. This would apply...

If i filed a chapter 13 bankruptcy and my trustee made payments to a debt does that "revive" the 7 years they have to collect?

The chapter 13 filing tolls all applicable statute of limitations. You should discuss this with your chapter 13 attorney.

What makes a person a creditor?

He was probably listed as a recipient of domestic support. The chapter 7 trustee has to confirm that the DSO is current before discharge so he/she...

If an adult over 22 is on SSI disability are they permitted to complete a high school diploma?

Obtaining a GED or diploma should not impact your SSI unless you receive SSI because of a learning disability. Earning income would negatively...

Post Judgement Garishment - help

You should go to the court clerk's office and file the appropriate exemption forms. The bank will send your money to the court clerk. The clerk...

Being pursued by collection agency on credit card debt from Washington Mutual/Chase that was included in my Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

If you discharged in bankruptcy and they are still trying to collect, then you should definitely sue them. There has to be a dozen lawyers in your...

If you are married for 15 years, and get a divorce, can u collect your divorced husbands social security if he has passed away?

I believe you can collect using your deceased ex-husband's earnings record since his social security benefit is higher. You should contact your...

Would claiming bankruptcy help or what are my options. should I have things looked over to make sure they aren't at fault?

You may be able to qualify for chapter 13 bankruptcy and should consult a local bankruptcy lawyer. Also, if you believe that the loan should not...

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Internet payday loan payback?

There are some scams where someone calls claiming to be a payday loan lender and tries to scare the person not revealing bank account information...

Can my assets be taken from me now that I lost a civil suit from a credit card company for $55,000

You need to contact a local attorney, and your parents' bankruptcy lawyer should be able to answer. Any ownership your parents have in the business...