I sued a store for a $800 bedframe I never received. I won the lawsuit, but they filed bankruptcy. How do I get my money?

If the entity or person(s) against whom you obtained judgment is the same entity or person(s) who filed the bankruptcy, then filing your claim in...

I recieved a shady collection agency notice and am not sure how to procede.

One important protection of the federal Fair Debt Collection Practice Act 9FDCPA) is written verification of the debt, which you should demand. ...

Can I be arrested for not paying a payday loan account that was fraudulent opened using my social security number?

Your description is strongly suspicious for scam. The activities of third parties who collect debts for others are limited by the federal Fair...

Can a widower choose between his or his dead wife's social security retirement benefit depending on which is higher?

Ms. Golden's recitation of the rules is accurate. At all times, when a Social Security beneficiary is entitled to benefits on more than one...

I recently swiched counsel in a criminal defence matter. If the motion to withdraw cousel is granted. Does this make all

No, the motions survive and remain to be resolved. New counsel should be expected to review the state of the records, and may choose to withdraw...

Is it possible for a lawyer to look over real estate documents on an hourly basis?

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What can you do when you over and over hear more bad things about a lawyer in your town and you know it's all true?

"Word of mouth" is as powerful for a bad recommendation as it is for a good one. Be sure that what you say is the truth, or presented as your...

Is this legal ?

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How long can they keep my mom at HEALTH CENTER without her consent and can we bring her home?

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Child development experts speak of preserving the role of bio-parents and finding other names for steps and close friends. Although a child may on...