How many years does a home need to be in a trust, and still be protected, when filing chapter 19?

You may wish to consult a local attorney to help determine the protection of property via applicable exemptions should you choose to file for...

A company is threatening to erase my social security number can that even be done

To directly answer your question, no, your social security number cannot be erased - unless you're a highly classified government agent working in...

How long can a judgment hearing remain open waiting for plaintiff proof before be dismissed?

Local rules often control how long a matter can remain open without action. "Failure to prosecute" may be brought up by the Defense to have the...

Can I overturn a small claims decision?

It sounds like you have a default judgment against you. If you did not receive notice, you may be able to have the judgment rescinded, but only...

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution in which a third-party who is neutral in the case - typically a lawyer- trys to get both...

Is there legal action against a mortage company that calls to collect a debt after we already made the payment?

It doesn't sound like you have any cause of action against the mortgage company. You were down several months, but made only one payment? If you...

A defaulted student loan is a different class of creditor and depending on what type of second garnishment you are facing, it is possible to exceed...

My landlord is filing bankruptcy on the rental property. Am I still supposed to pay rent?

Read your lease. If bankruptcy of the landlord is not a contemplated default that excuse payment of rent, then you must continue to pay the rent...

Back rent should have been listed on Schedule F to your Bankruptcy Petition. You may want to Amend the schedule and file it with the court. The...

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My Doctor has a bill for 5000 00 insurance has denied several times, I am preparing to file chap 7, what happens if this claim

The claim is a contingent asset that should be listed on Schedule B to your Bankruptcy Petition. Irrespective of whether the claim is denied or...