Bankruptcy chapter 7

The house is a potential issue and a Chapter 7 will likely cause the Trustee to at least inquire further into the value of the house. The best...

Options if can’t afford legal fees and being sued for breach of contract

When people are sued on debt they usually have other debt. It is difficult to represent yourself and comply with the Rules of Civil Procedure and...

If the case goes to default judgement since I do answer, will the judgement be automatically fraud?

The Judgment will be based upon the pleadings, however, with a Default Judgment it is not binding in bankruptcy court on the issue of fraud. If...

I received a garnishment from 2005?

The issues that you have to find out are: 1. when the lawsuit against you was filed: 2. where you served with a summons; 3. when the Judgment was...

How many times can I be asked to come back to court on a 'second call'?

They may very well being trying to see if you do not show up so they can get a default judgment. You can request that the matter be set for trial...

How can creditors place a lien on property that is jointly owned by my father in law when my husband and I were the ones that fi

Your bankruptcy attorney was able to "strip" the lien on your residence but that is not available for the rental property. If the Judgment was in...

Student loan debt was discharged. How to take care of this?

Just because a debt is "charged off" does not mean that he does not owe it. If they sue he should hire an attorney who is experienced in student...

You should contact an attorney who has experience with student loans and collection law. Often student loans, particularly private, are sold to...

How do i stop a garnishment

If they are garnishing then they probably obtained a Judgment against you. Depending on timing you might be able to set aside the Judgment if it...

Bankruptcy or what type of lawyer to see?

It sounds like bankruptcy is a viable solution. You should talk to an experienced bankruptcy attorney.