In AZ, you must be served with a summons and complaint. The person who called you is probably a collector with a collection agency. If you want to...

My wife is getting a 1099-C for a loan that was discharged in my bankruptcy. Are we liable for the taxes on this discharged debt

Because your wife did not file for bankruptcy, the mortgage company had the right to send her an IRS Form 1099-C. However, you and she should be...

Can I stop a garnishment of wages?

Ms. Wesley correctly explained that the creditor has the right to go after either or both of you for the debt. The only ways to stop the judgment...

IF SOMEONE LEAVES YOU A PHONE CALL THAT YOU ARE BEING SUED, HOW CAN YOU FIND IF THERE IS A COURT DATE?

The phone call was probably from a debt collector who is trying to motivate you to pay a debt that is too old to sue you for. Nevertheless, you can...

Does somebody have to provide their address request by the person who wants to sue you?

No, you are not required by any law to provide your address to someone who wants to file a civil lawsuit against you. I hope that I answered...

I have a civil suit judgement against me for a thirteen year old dui. The collection agency has a hold on my liscense. I

Yes, the collection agency can enforce the judgment by garnishing your bank account without any prior notice to you. Make sure your offers to...

I received paperwork in the mail that my employer is being asked to garnish check for a credit card debt.

The judgment is still good if it was renewed every 5 years. Call the court and ask for the dates(s) the judgment was renewed. If the judgment was...

You can safely sell your home after the discharge has been entered AND an Order closing your case has been entered. Ask your attorney to inform you...

My wages have been garnished, but I thought it was 15% of my disposable income-payroll is taking 15% from my check, before taxes

Up to 25% of your after-tax wages can be garnished. The judge can lower it to 15% based upon a hardship. If you believe the incorrect amount is...

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How can a judgement be made against you if you never hear of a court case (served), or appear in court?

You were required to served with the summons and complaint before the judgment was entered against you. There are many ways that you can be served...