What am I supposed to do if the debtor who I have a court ordered judgment with files for Chapter 11 after Writs are submitted?

You have the responsibility to stop collecting, when a debtor files bankruptcy , because of the automatic stay contained in Section 362. Often the...

Since your husband signed a lease, both of you should look at its terms, especially at cancellation clauses and conditions. It may be binding on...

Your SSI benefits can not be garnished, although you should probably keep them in a separate bank account, without deposits from other sources,...

Received letter from MI landlord regarding debt from 2005 so SoL has passed. States it will be turned over to collection agency

You probably do not need legal services yet. If and when there is a collection agent, you can deny there is a valid debt and tell them they are...

My sister was a minor when she signed a power of attorney my mother signed as her guardian. She is now 30. is that POA valid

This real estate/probate problem will depend on what documents have been signed, and when, and by whom. You should consult with a real estate...

I'm 25, and have a child, is bankruptcy right for me?

Even though you have provided some important facts, there is a lot more to deciding what to do. You should consult with an experienced...

Reopening up your BK to file a motion to vacate the reaffrimation agreement which would discharge your responsibility with auto

I am not aware of reopening a case after a year, to reject a reaffirmation agreement, the grounds seem too weak, and would open up new ways to take...

I had a Capitol One credit card which I paid on time until I was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer on 12/08.

You are not required to identify yourself, to a person who does not identify themselves, as law enforcement. You may benefit from contacting a...

Do I have to file a letter to the creditors?

I am sorry to hear of your loss. If there are no assets, you probably have no need to file probate proceedings, nor any need to file a...

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Does filing bankruptcy exempt me from 401k loans and bills older than 5 years

Most debts are dischargeable in bankruptcy, including old bills, but not 401(k) loans, because those are not really debts with creditors, that is...