Can collections go after my husband if i cant afford to pay my own the hospital,lab,doctor bills?

The Illinois Family Expense Act makes spouses jointly liable for medical bills. I have not seen this often enforced, but the law is out there. ...

Want to file chapter 13 in early 2013 feb-April but want to retain tax refund for 2012 tax year to be filed soon,Chicago il.

Make an appointment with an experienced bankruptcy firm. People are often well over the median income limit, but are able to file by using allowed...

If my grandma gave me a cash gift in 2011 and I am forced to file bk7 in 2013, how long is the look back on cash gifts?

You should report the gift as income on the Statement of Financial Affairs. It asks for all income received the year you file the petition and...

Illinois bankruptcy question?

I would also like you to know that the means test would not be considered by the court if it was asked to dismiss your converted case. The...

I have filed a chapter 7 , can my second mortgage forclose if i dont pay them, but continue to pay the first mortgage.

The answer to your question is yes. If you don't pay the second mortgage company, they can file a foreclosure against your home. However, the...

I suggest you hire an attorney in your state to see if the debt can be settled.