Just a quick question..I bought a car in Kentucky in June but reside in Ohio. I filed bankruptcy in the middle of July. The

Some of the advice given to you is not entirely accurate. It is true that the creditor cannot contact you to attempt to collect the debt if you're...

Wage Garnishment

As mentioned previously, child support has its own rules (up to 50% in Ohio I believe)...but civil garnishments are capped at 25%...so I believe...

Wage Garnishment Limits

In Ohio, civil garnishments are limited to 25% of disposable earnings (this would be 25% of your disposable wages PRIOR to child support being...

Can a statement from the Respondent in a debtor's exam be used to help the Plaintiff?

Well, the purpose of a debtor's exam is to see if there are any non-exempt assets to pursue against your judgment debtor. As you mention, you...

Selected as the best answer

Both answers are correct. I would only add that the Judgment Lien (which attaches to real estate) would be automatically gone by virtue of the...

Do I have to assume financial agreement on a car that was bought by husband, placed in both our names, and he filed bankruptcy

Even if the divorce decree/order deems him responsible, if he file BKY, it would discharge his debt for the car loan. If you are a co-signer, you...

A creditor CAN sue you for any amount that is due. Generally speaking, most creditors will not sue for an amount at or below $500. Of course,...

Is it legal for a medical biller of mine to contact me two years later saying they made a mistake and demand money

I agree with all the other answers here but would add the following: If you were insured, and the claim was properly submitted and paid...any...

DO I have a civil case and could I represent myself pro se in ohio?

Without knowing all the facts and circumstances, it is hard to say if you would have such a claim. However, I would never recommend representing...

Can this woman put me in jail?

You are absolutely correct...this is a civil matter NOT a criminal matter. She can sue you for the funds if she wants. You seem to have a...