Bankruptcy and awarded settlements

If you file chapter 7, section 522(d)(11)(E) of the bankruptcy law says you do not lose an award of damages that was designed to compensate you for...

It would probably be good to file the bankruptcy before the hearing in small claims court -- that way, you can inform the small claims court, in...

Is what my employer doing legal?

Your lawyer should inform the SSA that if they don't stop garnishing, you will sue them in bankruptcy court.

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You need to file a written response to the objection, by the deadline specified in the objection, and serve it by mail on the required parties on...

Mr. Elie gave a good response to this question. I would add, however, that the statute Mr. Elie cited governs foreclosures of mortgages in...

If you are above the median, the commitment period is five years regardless of the disposable income amount. I would suggest another look at (1)...

FHA Mortgage Loan after Bankruptcy Chapter 7

It is no surprise that you thought you would qualify for a mortgage for a new home, because FHA and HUD regulations instruct lenders to ignore a...

Do I need a new bankruptcy attorney?

You sound unsure of your lawyer, and it sounds like your lawyer is none too excited about resolving the problems. For example, dismissing a...

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What is the "till" rate for paying off a car in a Chapter 13 in Minnesota?

The interest rate for a vehicle loan in a chapter 13 case in Minnesota probably is about 5.5 percent. However, more important than shaving a bit...

I wasn't married for the years in questions. Do I still need to include my spouse's income on Chapter 13 SOFA?

The instructions on this form state that in a chapter 13, the information must be given for both spouses, unless you are separated and not living...