I'm 65 years old and a widow. I was fired from a job I'v held for 5 1/2 years on 12-11-14.

Absolutely, you can be fired for divulging such personal information.

In the state of indiana is it legal for a collection agency to get a second garnishement for a garnishment that has been paid

It's possible. Judgments typically accrue interest at the statutory rate of 8% per annum (year). I've encountered some courts that will record the...

There's a couple of ways of checking on this. The first is by reviewing the Chronological Case Summary or CCS. Unless you have access online, this...

What is the statute of limitations to collect on a judgment for credit card debt?

Civil judgments in Indiana are good for twenty years from the date of judgment. BUT, the liens created by the judgment are good for only ten years...

What can i do to stop a sheriff's sale on my home?

Unfortunately, your ex has put you in a tough bind. The trouble in these situations is that you have a court order (the divorce decree) issued in a...

My Dad is 92 years old and has alzheimer. He has all of his financials with one bank...mortgage, second mortgage, credit cards,

The short answer is yes, the lender may be able to garnish your father's account to the extent that the funds aren't from Social Security income...

Could hiring a lawyer help me break my off-campus apartment lease?

The lease should somewhat define your future: at least in the context that if you take anything away from this situation, it's that you signed a...

I got a summons to appear in small claims court for wage garnishment for a debt from 11 years ago. Can I stop this ? Or just pay

Indiana has a ten-year statute of limitations on judgments, unless they are renewed for another ten years. It's possible that you're being pursue...

Is bankruptcy of mortgage still valid if payments made for 10+?

No, it would not stay in the bankruptcy forever. The bankruptcy operates to discharge you for personal liability on the debt. Once that occurs, the...

Can a motion to continue be filed 3 business days prior to trial?

It really depends on the local rules and the court's discretion. For example, many courts require a minimum of seven days, but may grant a motion...