If you are married, can only one person file bankruptcy?

One spouse can file. That spouse will be the debtor. However, if the couple lives together and has one household, the income and expenses of both...

What are notice requirements for filing a motion for hearing on chapter 11 reorganization plan and disclosure statement?

Rule 2002 only governs the time period for notice to creditors of the date to object to the adequacy of the disclosure statement and objections to...

Why was $81,345.00 of a personal injury lawsuit kept by the courts and I only got $15,000.00?

I am so sorry this was not fully explained to you before you filed your case. You have an exemption of $15,000.00 by the state and bankruptcy law....

My dad is a inmate in Illinois and his mother would like to add me and him to the deed of her home. Can he be added to the deed?

Your Dad's incarceration does not prevent him from being added to the title to the home. However, you should consult with his attorney and a real...

Should I have a lawyer in this case...

Please consult with an attorney. The consultations are usually free. You need to sit down with someone that can review your entire household...

Do I use my home's current value or the value at the time I filed Ch. 7 to prove that the lien impairs my homestead exemption?

Only certain types of liens known as judicial liens can be avoided because the exemption is impaired. In addition, if you filed in 2010 and...

A bankruptcy case when people are married can be a joint case or an individual case. Your husband cannot file a case for you or make you part of a...

Cam they take a car that i added in my bankruptcy

If you listed the car lender in your chapter 7 case (included it in the bankruptcy) but you did not reaffirm the debt, the car lender can repossess...

What is IL law regarding Title Loans interest allowed to be charged?

Unfortunately, Illinois does not limit interest rates. Title loans are the types of loans that can carry high interest rates The company can also...

Cancel home purchase contract within 24hours?

Please consult a real estate lawyer immediately. The contract has an attorney review provision which you must not let expire. The review period...