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What can you do if the orginal creditor sends your debt to a collection agency after they got the notice that you filed for CH 7

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 17, 2012

Write them a letter stating that you have filed for bankruptcy protection. Include your bankruptcy information in the letter. Also state that you...

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I have a bill from the hospital back in 2001 and it was sent to the collection agencies can they still go after me now 2012

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 17, 2012

Probably not. The statute of limitations (mentioned above) would stop them from collection on an 11-year old debt. However, when did you make a...

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My ex has promised my adult daughter who i support money if they allow him to claim them on taxes.

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 17, 2012

I have seen a situation where a non-qualified ex-spouse claimed the deductions inappropriately. The ex-spouse who was qualified to claim the...

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My wife and I owned a small business and are now in the process of divorcing.

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 17, 2012

I'm very sorry to hear about your situation Pete. Often the worst divorces involve businesses. First, one partner (or member or shareholder)...

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Ticketed for passing in no passing during emergency avoidance. What grounds to fight?

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 11, 2012

All drivers have a duty to operate their vehicle as a "reasonably prudent man would act under the circumstances to avoid an accident." State v....

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Do you have the right to have an attourney appointed in a Utah county justice court for arraignment of intoxication?

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 11, 2012

Yes. Your friend certainly has the right to an attorney. She should contact an attorney immediately for assistance. If she cannot afford an...

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Can my US citizen brother adopt my 18 year old daughter?

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 10, 2012

Unfortunately probably not. There are a number of cases and authorities that shoot down this mechanism for green card. If she is pursing a nursing...

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I have a one year old son need to Change his last name to my husband. My son bio father is not in the picture stated he don't wa

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 10, 2012

Changing the name is the easy part (generally just a form). However, it may make a difference if the biological father has custody rights to the...

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My husband wants to adopt my son?

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 10, 2012

Certainly. Look at the state laws regarding step-parent adoptions in Kansas. The challenge you will likely face will be giving proper notice of...

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I am a part time employee working full time hours for over 3 months, can I force my employer to give me benefits?

Nathan's answer | Answered on January 10, 2012

Many benefit plans require that all full-time employees be covered under their plan. Most plans in Utah require you to work around 30 before your...

Nathan E. Burdsal's Answers (49)

What can you do if the orginal creditor sends your debt to a collection agency after they got the notice that you filed for CH 7

I have a bill from the hospital back in 2001 and it was sent to the collection agencies can they still go after me now 2012

My ex has promised my adult daughter who i support money if they allow him to claim them on taxes.

My wife and I owned a small business and are now in the process of divorcing.

Ticketed for passing in no passing during emergency avoidance. What grounds to fight?

Do you have the right to have an attourney appointed in a Utah county justice court for arraignment of intoxication?

Can my US citizen brother adopt my 18 year old daughter?

I have a one year old son need to Change his last name to my husband. My son bio father is not in the picture stated he don't wa

My husband wants to adopt my son?

I am a part time employee working full time hours for over 3 months, can I force my employer to give me benefits?