I am hoping a Texas lawyer will chime in here, because it is very possible that the laws regarding Powers of Attorney and Payable on Death accounts...

You are likely being scammed. Scammers calling themselves "mediators" or saying they are with a "mediation firm" seems to be trend lately. Do...

I quit claimed my house in my divorce in 2011 but am still on the mortgage. My ex is filing Chapter 7, how will I be effected?

You remain obligated on the mortgage, and her bankruptcy could very well have consequences for you. As my colleagues have indicated, you should...

Yes, they can. Up until 2012, the statute of limitations for bringing an action on a debt in Ohio was 15 years. If you took out your loan before...

Can I be wage garnished after being found exempt 9 years ago without having to go back to court?

The scenario you describe raises a number of red flags, and you are right to question its legitimacy. It is easy for scammers to obtain...

If the debt collector is threatening you with criminal charges, you have a claim under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Get evidence of...

What are my options?

Consult with an attorney. Ohio requires a creditor to provide you with certain information before and after repossessing an automobile, and the...

In the scenario you describe, if you inform the contractor that you don't want him to perform the work, he could sue you to recover whatever...

Eviction filing one week before chapter 7 filing?

The automatic stay will suspend the eviction action temporarily, provided you file your bankruptcy before a judgment of eviction is entered, and as...

Hi, I started an account with a company called Empowr. Is this a legit company?

I would urge you to file a complaint with the Ohio Attorney General's office. Its Consumer Protection Division regularly investigates scams like...