I signed a sales agreement with a Fla. based Co. in Oct.2012. The area I'mworking is in ill. Is the non-compete clause legal?

You ask if the Non-Compete clause in your contract with a Florida-based company is effective against you in Illinois. The short answer is...

As a creditor, do I have enough reasons to "Challenge dischargeability of certain debts" in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case?

You appear to have enough to challenge the discharge. To find out more specifically, cal our office for a telephone consultation. We look forward...

We own a small business with three leased locations. How do I transfer everything back to him? I want a divorce.

Your question is how to back out of a business and marital relationship in which you no longer wish to be involved. There is no "short answer" that...

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I owned an LLC. It's now defunct and a bill collector called me at work threatening to serve me. Is this legal?

You are asking a number of questions, actually. Here they are: (1) Can you be sued for obligations of a company that was dissolved or ceased to...

What recourse and protection do I have if a mechanic's lien was placed on my home?

You ask what to do about a Mechanics Lien on your property. In short, you need to sit down with a knowledgeable Construction Lawyer to discuss your...

I give loan to family friend on 2010 and get that money back on 2012 Jul, he filled bankruptcy. and lawyer asking money back .

As stated in some of the answers to this question already, the Bankruptcy Trustee responsible for your friend's Estate has the ability to reach...

You ask what to do if you are the subject of a wage assignment. The short answer is that there is no wage assignment yet. Given these facts there...

With debt consolidation for credit cards settled with 2 the last one citibank wont settle has taken me to court 3 times not even

You ask if creditors can sue you when you are trying to settle? The short answer is "Yes" definitely. The longer answer is this: when one is...

Chapter 13 payments are a function of how much the debtor has available to pay to the Trustee each month and the payment called for by the...

Re wage deduction on judgement (rent/malicious vandalism) do I file motion to lift stay or objection discharge on his bankruptcy

You ask whether you need to lift the Automatic Stay as to a former tenant so you can proceed with a wage garnishment; or, in the alternative,...