How will bankruptcy effect my credit? How long does it take it to recover from it?

Generally speaking, your credit gets better after you file bankruptcy but it does take some time and pro-active effort in how you use and build...

Can a debt collector post a debt in the credit report of a debtor without getting a Judgment from Court?

No, debt collectors, or "junk buyers" merely buy the accounts for pennies on the dollar. Once they own the account, they have the same rights and...

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Can a landlord give their personal opinion about a tenant when it doesn't pertain to the rental agreement?

She is free to share her personal opinion and prospective landlords are free to make of it what they will. Now, it may reach defamation if it...

I signed only a rental application and not a lease, and backed out . Am I still liable for anything?

It's only an application. To be fair, maybe you should pay him the $20 fee since he took time and effort and didn't otherwise get anything out of it.

In Indiana, If a judgement is issued on a credit card in my name only , can a joint bank account be frozen?

Yes, joint accounts can be frozen. It's a hassle for everyone involved, but it's basically a "shoot first, ask questions last" approach to freeze...

How to stop a credit company from bothering your employer

If the credit card company has a judgment against you, they can ask the court to order your employer to garnish wages and that is entirely...

I was summon to court from a credit card company for a 6 yr old debit. The card had a $300.00 limit, they are suing me for 1000

In addition to Attorney Driver's answer, it would be incumbent upon you to know what your rights are and to contact a local attorney immediately. ...

Does a civil courts personal jurisdiction carry forward if future court dates are not issued to the defendant.

Once a court obtains personal service over a Defendant by perfecting service of process, there is nothing else that needs be done by the court to...

I need this tree down before a storm makes it fall on my house.

I understand your concerns but if I were you I would NOT just go ahead and cut it down. You may wish to talk to a local attorney about your rights...

How can I be removed as my ex-husbands co-signer on a truck loan?

Your rights and remedies would include: 1) filing bankruptcy yourself 2) paying the debt 3) asking the court to enforce the divorce decree IF he...