If there is a judgment against me, and my primary residence is jointly owned by my wife and me, is our house at risk?

Basically, yes, provided that your wife is not jointly liable for the debt. It's safe, assuming no complicating facts, so long as it continues to...

In an international commercial contract, which country's law will be applicable ?

Given that there's a New York arbitration clause, I would look for a New York choice-of-law and venue clause. If there are such clauses, then New...

Difference between child care and babysitting

I am not aware of a distinction in the law. The issue appears to be whether the insurance policy provides coverage. I would think so. Perhaps...

Our home is worth 78200, we owe 91000, so the house does go on schedule a, but does it also go on schedule c?

Yes, I would always claim the exemption even if there's no equity. Note that there's a choice betweeen the "state" and "federal" exemptions, and...

Good question, and it would be helpful if the law provided a specfic answer, but in MIchigan there is no statute which gives us an answer. The...

Will the court consider mitigating evidence when granting a 2004 exam for Chapter 11? Can I have counsel present at a 2014 exam?

First the easy answer: Yes, you can be represented by an attorney at a deposition / 2004 exam. As to whether the court will grant the motion...

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Can my landlord who is currently in Chapter 11 proceedings force me to sign a new lease when I am already in a lease?

The landlord could, from what the information you have given, raise the rent at the conclusion of the present lease term. The question is whether...

Can we reduce a commercial mortgage principal and interest or residential mortgage principal in chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Oregon.

Much more information would be requried in order to give a meaningful answer, but one could say that it would take probably 90 days or longer and...

Did commercial roofing haven't got paid

Consider filing a construction lien. You must do so within 90 days of the last work. This is a complicated area of law, so you need to consult...

Can I sue as an employee if I am 1099?

Your "d/b/a" if I understand correctly, is not a separate entity such as an LLC or corporation. It is just you. I see no reason why you cannot...