I noticed several weeks ago that a default judgment was filed against me 7 years ago, can I file a motion to set aside?

Probably not. Too much time has passed for that. You might do better by clicking the Avvo tab "Find a Lawyer" and talking with 2-3 to get more...

How long can unpaid alimony accrue?

Unfortunately, if someone does not want to pay support, they often structure their finances in such a way as to discourage efforts to get them to...

If someone files for bankruptcy including a home equity line of credit must the owner sell the house if house has lots of equity

A person who occupies his home and has equity in that home can exempt between $75-$175K of the equity depending on the following factors: 1. The...

What determines if you can re-open a chapter 13 bankruptcy case vs have to open a new bk case?

First of all, statistics from the US Trustee's office show that virtually all non-lawyer filed Chapter 13 cases are dismissed for various reasons,...

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Do i have to pay more than base plan?

You should ask your attorney to explain to you (in simple English) why you still owe money. Could be, creditors filed claims in excess of what you...

Generally, when a person files for bankruptcy under Chapter 13, all of the debtor's future income during the life of the Plan is committed to pay...

What should i do?

What does your lawyer say? No lawyer? Call the Chapter 13 trustee to have them explain why you owe more. We have no way to give you any useful...

What a debtor can do, if is in individual chapter 11 for 2 years, while interest rates and property value are climbing ?

You are on the right track, but don't get derailed with an inexperienced or incompetent lawyer. Find/consult/hire a Chapter 11 specialist after...

As you know, you can renew your judgment multiple times for 10 year periods provided you follow the pertinent provisions of the California Civil...