There is a federal law, called the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, which limits disclosure of information to third parties (spouses included). ...

Find an attorney who does student loan work. They do exist. While they are probably not dischargeable in bankruptcy, there are administrative...

I got a letter from court for a writ hearing from a credit card debt collector. Should I get an attorney?

I am reluctant to say "do nothing." Doing nothing would result in a judgment against you over a civil lawsuit which is typically thrown out if you...

It is not too late, I hope. Some judges will say you have waived the right to assert any affirmative defenses if you did not point them out in...

Do I need an attorney to collect a debt that was scheduled to be paid to me in 2012.

Either a collections agency or an attorney who works on collections issues. You can find one on AVVO. If they don't respond voluntarily, you will...

Can I file bankruptcy on my own online? Or is there a list of lawyers who break up the filing fees into payments?

Yes you can technically file on your own. However you will likely miss an exemption or otherwise cause unneeded delays. Any attorney on AVVO will...

Examination 2004 as a Third Party. Can you be forced to be examined? Is there a way to file a motion against it?

Yes you have to go. Please review this with your attorney. If you don't have one, now is the time. If you don't go, your discharge will no doubt...

If I filed a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2014 and have already been discharged, what do I do with my refund?

Review this with your attorney of course. If your trustee was claiming an interest in your refund, several things would have happened. First of...

Can I file bankruptcy even though I will be receiving my pension in August?

You need to consult with a local bankruptcy attorney. Such an asset would be exempt here in Ohio (meaning you would keep it).

Do I need to file for bankruptcy?

The Federal Trade Commission has an ID theft section on their website. It is very comprehensive and detailed, if you are willing to do the...