Lease

If based on your circumstances "so much debt to our vendors" a bankruptcy is a better route, then attempting to negotiate are a waste of time and...

Chapter 7 and Federal Tax Liens

Income taxes owed belong on Schedule E, not D. NOT ALL income taxes are non-dischargeable. Hiring an attorney might save you money.

Removing a garnishment from account after filing Chapter 13bk.

When clients hold credit cards with a financial institution with which they do their banking, I typically tell clients that in order to avoid any...

I disagree with other counsel that social security benefits can't be garnished. Although this is true for most debt and also "private" student...

In need of free or low cost legal help

There are three options. If the debt is manageable over time: 1) arrange for a monthly payments (you would contact the law firm that filed the...

Yes, you need approval and it can be difficult to get the Trustee to release the property early. The best course of action is to enter into a...

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Plaintiff wants me to sign stipulations before hearing in May. Do I have to sign if I don't agree?

Stipulation by its nature lists facts not in dispute. Legally, nothing can compel you to sign it. Not sure why if in fact the matter was settled...

Codes relating to pet burials

Found this article by CBS 8 San Diego, CA. http://www.cbs8.com/story/479827/care-of-your-pets-body?clienttype=printable not helpful, Perhaps...

Sold out junior loans

Counsel Chen is correct. To avoid deficiency look to short sale or bankruptcy.

Foreclose or go bankrupt? Credit cards?

There is something else to think about other than credit scores. It is much harder to find a rental if you have a foreclosure on your record and...