Husband is in jail on CSC and lots of debt left for wife to clean up. She is divorcing him; is she liable for all debt?

Generally, as long as a personal loan and/or credit card were initiated/taken out solely in the husband's name the wife bears no direct liability...

Can a husband be liable for debts his wife has made without his knowledge

Generally, as long as the personal loan and credit card were initiated/taken out solely in the wife's name the husband bears no direct liability...

Can I be arrest for a debt?

This is an unfortunate situation and highlights the importance of open communication between litigants and all respective attorneys. That said, it...

Can anything legally be done to force another party to negotiate a settlement after a monetary judgement has been entered?

Once a judgment has been obtained most, if not all of those benefits that settlement may have had are long gone. Settlements take place before...

I was in a car accident aroun 18 months ago and at the end of 2009 was served with Summons and Complaint. I was not insured

In an ideal world there wouldn't even be car accidents. Unfortunately car accidents take place every second of every day. If you have concerns...

Presumably, what you are referring to also attached something commonly referred to as a summons and a complaint. The "service of process" of a...

What is an ex-parte order for issuance of a second summons?

In Michigan a plaintiff, to initiate a lawsuit, must serve a valid Complaint upon a defendant. Technically, a court must grant permission and/or...

Can I be held liable for credit card debt my wife has incurred in her name alone?

Generally, as long as your wife was the sole applicant for the line(s) of credit in question you cannot be held liable for her charges. If...

While a money judgment in Michigan is valid for a period of ten (10) years (and can be renewed) it sounds as if the judgment-debtor resides in New...

Can a person be subpoenaed by phone?

This is truly unfortunate if a member of law enforcement used Mace or pepper spray on the 'wrong' person. Previous advice was correct, however. ...