I'm in 24 months of a 36 month Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Michigan. I changed employer and took a lump sum of my 403B

The answer can vary on this issue as local practice may vary. In our jurisdiction, our confirmation orders provide that all property remains...

What's the difference between validation of debt and verification of debt, for purposes of the FDCPA?

Many times these terms are used interchangeably. The definition of verification is: the process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity...

Being summoned to court for outstanding medical bills, what do I do next?

Blake and Brett gave you good advice. Your chances of prevailing on Monday are very slim unless the creditor's lawyer fails to show up. Your best...

If you're under bankruptcy and You receive a settlement for a car accident , can bankruptcy take your settlement?

In Mississippi, the chapter 13 confirmation orders state that a all property remains property of the estate until the case is dismissed or...

I agree with Mr. Taylor and Mr. Riddle. The creditors can report any late payments, default, charge offs, etc. that occurred prior the to your...

If I did a chapter 7 BK. ANd I own a primary residence with a first and second trust deed. Will the second be discharged? Thanks

Both Brett and Boris have given you good advice. I will add that if you do nothing but continue to pay the first mortgage, then all you are doing...

Can I delay a Chapter 13 bankruptcy discharge to avoid mortgage company from filing foreclosure? Payments are finished.

Brian is right, but you can file another chapter 13 after receipt of a discharge in your current chapter 13. You will have discharge most of your...

As others have stated, the clerk simply docketed the letter. If you vouched for the character of the of the defendant, the letter may not help,...

Can I file chapter 13 when the equity in my house is more than my income allows to pay, but the equity is subject to a judgment

In a chapter 13, you can object to a claim. Ultimately how the claim would be paid will depend upon the outcome of the objection and/or the state...

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Means Test Calculation- Form B22A2 and Proof of Claim

There are no questions in your bankruptcy schedules or other documents that ask you why you are filing. Thus, no information about your medical...