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How can I get this sorted out? Can we get the judgement canceled or debt? I am pretty sure they just now filed for garnishment.

A.'s answer | Answered on January 18, 2016

If this is still a valid debt the creditor will get other opportunities to serve you and secure a valid judgment. If this is the only debt you...

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If you file bankruptcy, can you fight the excess charges and mistakes in payment history with your servicer?

A.'s answer | Answered on January 12, 2016

It is possible to file an objection to a proof of claim filed by a mortgage company. If the claim includes erroneous charges you may be successful...

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How long do I have after I file bankruptcy to submit pay advices in Connecticut?

A.'s answer | Answered on January 12, 2016

I do not know for sure when the deadline in your district is but it generally is 14 days from the filing of the petition. The Court will most...

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I have a vehicle that my brother co-signed for and the dealership put in his name if I file chapter 13 can the vehicle be added

A.'s answer | Answered on January 11, 2016

As Mr. Brewer points out you must include this debt and all of your debt when filing bankruptcy. Even joint debt were you have a co-debtor must be...

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Does it make sense for him to file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy? Or, should he work with a debt consolidator instead?

A.'s answer | Answered on January 06, 2016

Your father should get a free consult with an experienced bankruptcy attorney who does both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases. He may qualify for a...

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Do I list my current name on all the documents or my old name. Will my creditors know who the debtor is when they are notified?

A.'s answer | Answered on January 05, 2016

You must list your current name in the petition and schedules and on the voluntary petition page you must also include any other names you have...

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Is there anyway I can fight this since I did return the car 3 years ago?

A.'s answer | Answered on December 23, 2015

I agree with the other Attorney responses that you need a free consultation with an experienced bankruptcy attorney who practices in the Eastern...

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Will my husband's income effect me filing bankruptcy and will is show on his credit?

A.'s answer | Answered on December 18, 2015

The other attorney responses are right on point. Your spouse's income will be included if you are living together. As long as your spouse does...

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Is there an exact amount you have to be in debt to file bankruptcy?

A.'s answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

There is no set dollar amount of debt required to file bankruptcy. If you have several repossessed vehicles with deficiency balances still owed...

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Can a bankruptcy can clear my debt from the small claim court?

A.'s answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

Most likely a bankruptcy would discharge a small claims unsecured judgment but it depends on what the judgment was for. As long as the Judgment...

A. Todd Laster's Answers (505)

How can I get this sorted out? Can we get the judgement canceled or debt? I am pretty sure they just now filed for garnishment.

If you file bankruptcy, can you fight the excess charges and mistakes in payment history with your servicer?

How long do I have after I file bankruptcy to submit pay advices in Connecticut?

I have a vehicle that my brother co-signed for and the dealership put in his name if I file chapter 13 can the vehicle be added

Does it make sense for him to file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy? Or, should he work with a debt consolidator instead?

Do I list my current name on all the documents or my old name. Will my creditors know who the debtor is when they are notified?

Is there anyway I can fight this since I did return the car 3 years ago?

Will my husband's income effect me filing bankruptcy and will is show on his credit?

Is there an exact amount you have to be in debt to file bankruptcy?

Can a bankruptcy can clear my debt from the small claim court?