I'm landlord who's tenant has declared bankruptcy. What do I need to include in my Motion for Relief from Stay to be successful?

What type of property is in question -- residential or commercial? Also, what chapter of bankruptcy has the tenant sought protection under --...

My neighbors tree branches are falling off and damaging our landscaping.

I'm assuming that you have attempted to address the matter with your neighbor at the time of the damage? If you were ignored, have you contacted...

Yes, the means test income calculation includes any severance pay received during the six month period prior to the date of the bankruptcy filing....

Bankruptcy or Foreclosure?

Simply letting the house go in foreclosure is not advisable without taking steps to negotiate a resolution with the lender. You may be able to...

Can a wage garnishment be stopped on defaulted student loan or can the amount of the garnishment reduced?

Garnishments for default on a student loan do not get abolished, but are typically temporarily stayed during the course of the bankruptcy...

Addendum to lease, I dont understand a thing! Help!?

The Addendum has you waiving your rights to being served personally (and the timeframes for such) under law and agreeing to service by merely...

Deficiency implications of foreclosure vs short sale

The answer depends in part on the laws of your state and how short sales are addressed as well as the lender's policies. If nothing prevents...

I received deficiency for judgement i lost my house thru foreclosure last year now they are after me for 200000 should i file fo

Nobody can tell you whether or not to file for bankruptcy; it is a decision you must ultimately make. Based on the amount of deficiency, however,...

Can I be listed as a defendant when I was never notified (or served) that there was going to be a hearing?

A person can be listed/named as a defendant in the lawsuit without being notified, but that does not make the result valid. You must be properly...

Future Wife in process of Foreclosure her house. Will I be liable to payment if we get married during this period?

Unless your name is on the mortgage, note, or deed, you should not be a proper party in the foreclosure lawsuit as you are not contractually...