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I was served with notice of collections on an account, on the service paper it has the due date of 4/21/1915, could that help?

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

A wrong date on the proof of service, is easily corrected once reported. This does nothing to avoid the creditor's claim. Sorry.

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Can Sallie Mae/Navient fax anything to my job?

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

From the facts you provided, it certainly sounds as though the creditor is overreaching and using "strong arm" tactics. Anytime something must be...

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I sold my home I purchased before marriage. My spouse is now filing for chapter 7 bankruptcy solely. Is my $35k exempted?

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

This is not a "yes" or "no" question. The answer is "maybe". Depends on lots of factors not given in your post. Click the Avvo tab "Find a...

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Can an attorney restrain your bank accounts in multiple banks causing bank fees in excess of 450.00 for a hospital bill of 297

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

You have rec'd accurate advice from my colleagues. The bank is charging the fees. Contact the banks to see if they will relax on some of them. ...

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Question about judgment exemptions and moving.

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

Navigating the BK system is a legal nightmare for the inexperienced. Contact a BK lawyer in OR and OK to get a complete picture. Click the Avvo...

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Motion for Summary Judgment in an adversary bankruptcy proceeding. What to do?

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

Thank you for the add'l info, but my response is the same: Click the Avvo tab "Find a Lawyer" and talk with 2 or 3 of them. Many offer a free...

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I have lost everything i had betting on horses

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

Much more needed to give you useful advice. I strongly suggest you click the Avvo tab "Find a Lawyer" and talk to 2 or 3. Many offer a free...

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Can a university legally change the amount of a student loan for a school year 10 months after I received it without my consent?

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

I concur with atty Shields and Gambrell. You need to meet with the school and demand an accounting. Contracts spell out what are the rights and...

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Why would a motion for summary judgment in an adversary proceeding be brought by the defendant, the person who started it?

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

And your question is? More information is needed to sort this out and give you useful advice. Sorry, not enough facts to decide anything here. ...

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Chapter 7 bankruptcy in california. Which exemptions can be used to protect pending worker's comp case / claim?

Stuart's answer | Answered on July 10, 2015

Which exemption you choose is based on the overall analysis of your particular case. If you have a large RE equity, §704 allows up to $175K. If...

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I was served with notice of collections on an account, on the service paper it has the due date of 4/21/1915, could that help?

Can Sallie Mae/Navient fax anything to my job?

I sold my home I purchased before marriage. My spouse is now filing for chapter 7 bankruptcy solely. Is my $35k exempted?

Can an attorney restrain your bank accounts in multiple banks causing bank fees in excess of 450.00 for a hospital bill of 297

Question about judgment exemptions and moving.

Motion for Summary Judgment in an adversary bankruptcy proceeding. What to do?

I have lost everything i had betting on horses

Can a university legally change the amount of a student loan for a school year 10 months after I received it without my consent?

Why would a motion for summary judgment in an adversary proceeding be brought by the defendant, the person who started it?

Chapter 7 bankruptcy in california. Which exemptions can be used to protect pending worker's comp case / claim?