Can a charge be dismissed if the police did not read you your Miranda Rights?

Miranda Warnings not being read is not like television. If they do not read you the Miranda Warning, it is possible that any confession you gave...

Should I switch banks if I am considering filing chapter 13?

I recommend my clients change banks to one that they have no debt. While I find set offs relatively uncommon, they do occasionally occur. It is...

Should I file my taxes married filling jointly when my wife is out of status?

If you are married, you can file jointly and claim her exemption regardless of legal or illegal status.

Can I be prosecuted for using a credit card that I was given permission to use?

Presumed that you spent the money that you were authorized to spend, it would be very difficult for anything to stick. A prosecutor would be...

Trying to buy a house, but a very old medical bill went to a collection agency.

This should not be reported. If the debt is over 7 years, then it is not to be reported. Dispute it through the credit bureaus. If that does not...

Is it better for someone in my situation to file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13?

Barring a reason you cannot file Ch 7, you need a Ch 7. Be leery of the bankruptcy mills that encourage you to file 13 so you can make some 'easy...

Someone borrowed money but is now filing for bankruptcy. His lawyer needs my info even though says not filing my $. Seem right?

As has been repeatedly said, it is an obligation to list ALL debts and you are not an exception. To leave it off is perjury.

Can we come back to the States after credit disaster in California?

Unless you are some kind of a dangerous felon, I can't imagine anyone being at the airport. You will be able to come back. We are talking about...

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I say keep a physical copy, a scanned copy and understand you can get the document from the PACER system if necessary. I recommend keeping it as...

If my credit credit suit was dismissed because attorney failed to show up, can they refile suit against me?

It must be dismissed with prejudice. I would have asked the judge to dismiss with prejudice.