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2 Dismissed Chapter 13 Cases

Karen's answer | Answered on July 26, 2013

The court has jurisdiction over the attorneys fees. However, you should first address your concerns directly with the lawyer. if you are unable...

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What will happen if we don't pay the back rent ordered in court?

Karen's answer | Answered on July 26, 2013

I am so sorry your husband was laid off. If it was a joint action against you for both possession and rent, the landlord will have a judgment for...

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I lent someone $5,000 three months ago for a business loan 4/17/2013 and we signed a loan agreement.

Karen's answer | Answered on July 22, 2013

Unfortunately, if he does not pay you back, you will have to sue him. You can use the small claims court. You will incur court costs and the...

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I filed for Ch.7 Bankruptcy which was discharged a little over a year ago. I also filed a sec. 1983 civ around the same time...

Karen's answer | Answered on July 20, 2013

I am so sorry this issue was not addressed and explained to you when you filed your chapter 7 case. The chapter 7 trustee has the right to take...

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Would this be a motion to Dismiss?

Karen's answer | Answered on July 15, 2013

You should meet with your lawyer to discuss her recommendations in responding to the counterclaim. Since you have a lawyer, you have the...

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Can we do a cramdown on a 2nd house and then move into that house?

Karen's answer | Answered on July 06, 2013

If you move into the second house, it becomes your primary residence. As a primary residence, the mortgage on that house is protected from...

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Chapter 11: Are un-reimbursed expenses treated differently than unpaid services when a client goes bankrupt

Karen's answer | Answered on July 06, 2013

So sorry this happened to you. There is no different treatment for out-of-pocket expenses. You have one claim for the goods and services. You...

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Can a refile stop foreclosure in chapter 11

Karen's answer | Answered on July 02, 2013

If you filed as an individual and your last case was dismissed within a year of filing the new case, you will need to have the automatic stay...

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How do I make sure an attorney is not out to scam me? I worry about foreclosure attys scamming me now a days.

Karen's answer | Answered on June 27, 2013

There are and always will be scams. Be an educated consumer. Do your research. If you are seeking a loan modification look for the warning...

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I got served a summons to go to court on 7/11 from Capital One Credit Card. What do I do?

Karen's answer | Answered on June 26, 2013

You should not ignore a lawsuit. I have a legal guide I Have Been Sued What Should I Do that may answer some of your questions. If you want to...

Karen Jackson Porter's Answers (330)

2 Dismissed Chapter 13 Cases

What will happen if we don't pay the back rent ordered in court?

I lent someone $5,000 three months ago for a business loan 4/17/2013 and we signed a loan agreement.

I filed for Ch.7 Bankruptcy which was discharged a little over a year ago. I also filed a sec. 1983 civ around the same time...

Would this be a motion to Dismiss?

Can we do a cramdown on a 2nd house and then move into that house?

Chapter 11: Are un-reimbursed expenses treated differently than unpaid services when a client goes bankrupt

Can a refile stop foreclosure in chapter 11

How do I make sure an attorney is not out to scam me? I worry about foreclosure attys scamming me now a days.

I got served a summons to go to court on 7/11 from Capital One Credit Card. What do I do?