Can I be sued even though I filled bankruptcy

Any collection efforts once a bankruptcy has been filed will be in violation of the automatic stay and therefore void. Your creditor can bring an...

Read your retainer agreement. Most bankruptcy retainers will be on a "flat fee," meaning that you are not paying the attorney's hourly rate, but a...

What action do I need to take in order to try to collect on a $30000 promissory note that has not been repaid?

If you are owed that much, you should really invest with local counsel for collections. The name of the game is collections. An attorney that is...

How would a debt judgment affect me? (Indiana, self-employed, no bank account, no property)

If your assumptions are correct, you could be judgment proof right now. However, you always need to deal with the judgment. Whether you offer...

I WANT A COLLECTION AGENCY TO STOP CALLING ME

Tell them to stop calling you. Send a letter in writing to stop calling you. If they continue, you can hire an attorney familiar with debt...

Will filing a "hardship" against a wage garnishment delay the money being taken from my check?

It may not delay the money being taken from your check, but the sheriff may hold the money in trust until the court determines that issue. If you...

Is it possible to still file late reaffirmation agreements beyond 60-days after the First Creditor's Meeting?

A reaffirmation is not valid after discharge has been entered. Depending on your jurisdiction, the court may reopen the case to allow the...

Why won't my employer sign a reduction agreement for my wage garnishment?

The creditor can have the amount reduced through the court.

I have represented clients that received a order to garnish their own 1099 fees, but realistically, there was no one to enforce it.

What is the statue of limitations for medical bills over 7 years old? can i still get sued over medical bills over 7 years old?

It sounds like they can't bring a lawsuit or obtain judgment, so any collection efforts are just a scare tactic. If the debt is really from 2004...