I have 3 jobs, how do they garnish my wages?

The CA Franchise Tax Board will get your employer information once your employers file their W-2 or 1099's and also when you file your income tax...

Advice on unsecured credit card debt negotiation

Yes, as the husband they can talk to you. They might ask you also to commit to paying them, so be careful about that. I have three legal guides...

Can a debt collector contact me after im being sued to negotiate a settlement

Even with a lawsuit pending, an unrepresented consumer will need to deal with the attorney during the course of litigation, such as meeting and...

Notice to appear vs. Subpoena for credit card trial for a 'custodian of records'

I have linked below the various forms that can be used to subpoena, as issued by the Judicial Council of California. There are several forms for...

Contractor Incompetence Seems to be Legal

If your contractor did not comply with the contract (that is, breached the contract), then you have a defense to paying for overcharges as a...

The Request for Default Judgment Judicial Council form must be fully completed, including the declaration on the back, or the clerk will probably...

I just broke up with my girlfriend after 2 years. i gave her $3000 for a car down payment. is it possible to ask for that back

If this was intended as a gift, then you cannot get it back. If this was intended as a loan, then you should ask for it to be repaid and if she...

What can happen without having a “Judgment Default by Clerk entered” on a judgment case?

A default judgment has been entered in both cases. When a clerk enters something into the docket slightly differently from another clerk, that...

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What is the procedure to file Writ of Possession (Claim and Delivery) in California?

As stated by Mr. Lysle, on a non-business debt, you'll first need to file a complaint, serve it on the individual, then convince the court to enter...

Is it true that I can fight a collection agency in court solely based on the fact that i do not owe them money?

Please read my blog posting for the full array of your options when the defendant first learns of a default judgement on an unpaid debt, below. ...