Was your Chapter 13 successful in ending in a "discharge" or was it "dismissed" BIG difference. If it was simply dismissed, then the cram down has...

Can a company take you to court for a debt that is 13 years old

Short answer is maybe. If they first initiated the lawsuit against you within the SOL and got a valid judgment against you, they could continue...

How do I know if my privacy was violated and if the property manager had the right to open my mail

As you have described it, there is no privacy violation for which the law provides any remedy. If in doubt, consult a local attorney for guidance.

Why were they still allowed to repossess the vehicle? Was this an illegal repossession?

Given what you said, it sounds like a lawful repossession. You may use "breach of peace" as leverage in trying to get the vehicle back OR in...

In addition to Mr. Cate's spot-on answer, let's assume you filed your divorce today. AT LEAST 60 days has to go by before the judge will allow...

I missed my uncontested final hearing, status is now Hearing Held. What does this mean?

You can only find out by contacting the clerk's office or inspecting the file for yourself. The information online is very vague and the entry...

Can I pay less money on a debt if I cannot pay what is expected?

It is entirely up to the creditor as to whether or not to accept a partial payment for less than the full amount due AND it is up to them on how...

Are there any dangers in getting free advice from a friend who is an attorney, versus paying for a consultation?

The contract is either enforceable or not. It is what it is. It doesn't matter who drew it up and certainly doesn't matter if the person was paid...

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Bankruptcy Exclusions

You can find a bankruptcy lawyer in your area likely here on Avvo. To hire an attorney, you would have to have money, there's no doubt about that....

Can a landlord take a tenant to court if there is no lease?

Yes, if a tenant is in default or breach of any kind of agreement, a landlord may take the tenant to court for eviction and money damages as...