How to get rid of debt collectors who threaten and verify mailing address for home or work to serve papers supposedly

You have the right to tell debt collectors not to contact you. This is best done in writing, certified mail, return receipt. They can always sue...

My husband took the equity line in 2007, both names on it, but I never signed it. The 1st mortgage is only under my name.

You would have to sign on the application in order to be held liable. Yes you need to show paystubs, tax documents, etc., in order to provide the...

Can a collection agency look at my bank account balance?

Generally, no. However, if they resort to the court system, they can require you to identify any bank accounts in your name. At least here in...

Is it likely that a collection agency would take me to court over $2,500?

I have seen many many cases like this, one just left my office five minutes ago. The profit margins are huge, not only do they get the principal...

I filed a chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2009, can I file a chapter 13 now?

Yes you are eligible for a discharge under Chapter 13. Speak with an attorney in your area by using the Find a Lawyer tab above to see how this...

A Lt. Colonel owes me 25k from 2008. Is there a law that may prevent me from taking him to court if he is active military?

Active duty military enjoy protections under a federal statute called the SCRA . Speak with a creditor's rights attorney in your by finding one on...

You will need to review this with your attorney. Being "minus" on Schedule J does not mean you pass form 22 C, this is apples and oranges. Anyone...

If one is unemployed for months in california and is preparing to file bk chapter 7, should they continue searching for a job?

I think you should search for a job regardless. Your attorney can advise you on the concept of the means testing and how any potential income...

You need to review with an attorney in your state the concept of resulting trust. In some cases, the property may be deemed yours even though the...

How do I file complaint against my attorney?

Hard to believe your mortgage company was not aware of the bankruptcy filing. It should be easy to verify by looking at the petition, on schedule...