Is there anything I can do to resist paying a collection agency a fee that more than triples the original damages?

In my state, collection agencies are regulated by a state agency. You may wish to check with your state to see if this is the case in California,...

Effect of adding a creditor after discharge

As long as your case is not closed, you can add the creditor on to your bankruptcy by filing an amendment & paying the filing fee of $26. Once...

My mother is in huge debt, but no where to be found. Debt collectors are after me. Am I required to give them information?

Unless you co-signed for your mother's debts, you are not responsible for paying them. You are not obligated to answer personal questions from...

I am being sued by a collection agency, what type of lawyer do I need?

If you are being garnished, the lawsuit is over & the court has entered a judgment. To overturn the judgment you will need an attorney that...

I receive S.S. disability, and long term disibility. Can either one be garnished by a credit card company?

Property that is protected from being garnished is defined under state law. This form of protection is usually refered to as "exempt" or...

For annuities in Florida, can ANY Florida State agency or a Federal agency like Social Security attach or seize annuity income?

If the annuity isn't in a protected form, such as in an IRA or 401K, anyone can attach it with a court judgment, and nearly any government entity...

Bankruptcy now or wait?

I have written 2 legal guides covering this topic - called Now or Later. It contains 10 reasons to file now, and 10 reasons to file later. Just...

Im considering Bankruptcy, cuz 5 bad credit card defaulting, but my house loan is perfect? Can I file Chap7?

Although being behind on mortgage payments is one reason why people file for bankruptcy, credit card debts is another reason why people file as...

How do I get a bankruptcy court order?

I hate to say this about another attorney, but if your attorney isn't following through, a letter to the bankruptcy trustee and/or bankruptcy judge...

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WHAT IS TIME FRAME IN FLORIDA TO FILE CHAPTER 7 AFTER TRANSFERRING PROPERTY

There isn't anything in Bankruptcy law or State law that prevents you from filing bankruptcy after transferring property. It is just that the...