I was sued by a collection agency (law firm) for cc debt for 14k, they did not show up on 1st court date, what should I expect

I agree with prior counsel re the request for dismissal. Your options are: 1. Debt settlement offer. 2. BK I would advise you to call a...

Income taxes?

The answer depends upon what this really is: 1. Is it an unconditional gift with no expectation of return or 2. A loan. If #1 then your...

What options do i have against lawsuit threats from collection agencies for old credit card debts?

I would: 1. Offer to settle for less. 2. File for Ch. 7 BK if you qualify and have significant other unsecured debts. BW

I am trying to file a Chapter 7, will my retirement checks or my life insurance policy be affected?

You have multiple issues that probably can only be answered by an attorney. That is why you are posting your question on AVVO. See an...

For a solo medical practice will incorporation provide asset protection over and above the protections of malpractice insurance?

Professional corporations under CA law do not protect you from liability for malpractice (and you are required as a licensed physician under CA law...

I've been paying Nordstrom's Civil Claims but missed 1 month and they are threatening to involve collections &/or lawyers. HELP

Generally, a creditor is not going to sue you or involve a collection agency until you are delinquent more than 30 - 90 days. BW

It sounds reasonable that each spouse should be able to report their separate earnings on their own return. I would hire someone to reasearch...

How do I enforce a judgment against someone who now owns 1/3 of an LLC that owns a restaurant?

Counslor Chen has given excellent advice. There is little to add to it. BW

If the wife is not filing there is no stay as to her, but there is a stay as to the husband. Wages will become community property once earned...

How can I get FTB to acknowledge that I don't owe the $800 minimum corp tax?

It sounds as though you had operations in 2012 as the entity was dissolved in early 2012. Thus, it may be that you are liable for the $800 min....