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Would I have a case if a cashier in Wal-Mart comments on my not having funds in my account to cover a check in a nasty manner?
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Answered on March 21, 2014
The first thing to ask about any possible lawsuit is what are the damages or what might you get out of it. It's hard to make out a case for pain,...
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What happens to pending litigation if an HOA files for bankruptcy or is bought out ?
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Answered on March 21, 2014
The litigation would be halted and then it's up to the bankruptcy judge to decide what should be allowed to proceed. As a potential creditor that...
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Bankruptcy and Child Support
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Answered on March 19, 2014
I think any resonably competent attorney can get your child support started again immediately. Current support is supposed to be uninterrupted....
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Im getting ready to be garnisheed, how much can they take out of my check?
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Answered on March 19, 2014
Nolo.com has handy references on garnishments: http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/wage-garnishments-attachments
Looks like Missouri allows:...
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Will the collection agency go get a judgement and tale car and Leon on home
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Answered on March 19, 2014
Judgments can result in collections against bank accounts, homes, cars, and paychecks. Your defense would be exemptions that spell out how much you...
Is a spouse considered a third party if he is not authorized (nor has any legal obligations) to the credit card?
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Answered on March 19, 2014
Generally the spouse is not directly responsible if they or you did not ask for them to be added onto the account. Even if community property law...
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I was served a summons dated 08/14/2013 is it valid? Served on 03/08/2014
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Answered on March 19, 2014
Yes, you can probably make them serve a new summons, but playing games with the procedure only results in a delay. If you get the summons thrown...
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IS THE PORTION OF YOUR REFUND THAT CAN BE SEIZED BY THE CH 13 TRUSTEE, ONLY THE AMOUNT EXCEEDING THE E.I.C. PORTION?
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Answered on March 19, 2014
The problem with refunds is that even if you apply an exemption, it still needs to pass the disposable income test, at least in a Ch.13. The...
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I am appointed Power of Attorney for my parents. Is it legal for me to negotiate their debt? Home equity loan and credit cards
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Answered on March 19, 2014
The power of attorney you have spells out what you can do. Assuming it's not just a medical power of attorney, you can probably act on your...
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What debt should be included in a motion for installment payment? Does motion stop a request for disclosure meeting on assets
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Answered on March 19, 2014
Sounds like you have enough going on that you need legal helps. You would be surprised if you consulted with an attorney at what kind of payment...
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