Creditors garnishing wages.. Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy would probably be in your best interests. I would consult a bankruptcy attorney in this area about whether a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13...

Very interesting question. It definitely depends on the judge. Some consider that the ring was given simply as a gift and you can not get it back....

That is part of the privilege of being release to a halfway house. If you refuse to pay and have the ability to pay, then they can revoke you...

If i have the title to my motorcycle and the guy i was selling it to stop paying what r my rights to go take the motorcycle back

You should not engage in self-help to get the motorcycle back. You might have some problems with the Statute of Frauds and the agreement not being...

Can I sue my ex husband for therapie expenses etc since he sexually and mentally abused our children? He also abused me for yrs.

Mr. Harkess provided you with excellent advice, as always. I agree that you can sue. However, you have to see as to whether it worth the costs and...

How can I get all documents from my former attorney? Can he keep some papers back?

You should be able to get all of the documents back from your attorney. Even if you have an outstanding balance, his recourse is not to keep the...

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If a landlord received a $4,500 judgement, can they go after a bank account, if you receive SSI direct deposit?

Yes. They can garnish a bank account. If you feel that anything in the bank account is exempt from garnishment, you will be provided with paperwork...

My homeowners insurance does not want to pay total amount of home damages can i i take legal action.

An attorney would need to look at the language in your homeowners insurance policy to see if there is a provision that only allows them to make...

Is it legal for my state to charge me 12 percent interest per month on my restitution?

It sounds like you locked in an interest rate that well exceeds Colorado's statutory rate of 8% on judgments. That was something that you did...

If I pay the "break lease" fee and required 2 months' worth of rent($1200), can they keep the $1200 if the unit is rented?

Mr. Harkess is absolutely correct. It depends on the language of your lease. Most of us attorneys on Avvo offer free initial consultations in...