Is the current California bankruptcy car exemption $5100 or $4800?

The amount of BK exemption for a vehicle depends on a couple of factors: If it is a straight personal use vehicle, the exemption is $5100...

After or during divorce proceedings, can I be made responsible for his outstanding federal loan?

More information is needed to give you useful advice. In CA, debts acquired during marriage are presumed "community debt". However, if you did...

I concur with my colleagues. The lien you say was placed on your home in 2011 was probably placed on your home at the same time you got the HELOC,...

What effect does bankruptcy have on state/federal tax liens, credit card and medical debt?

The general rule is debts owed to the government are non-dischargeable. There are exceptions, but you need to meet with a BK lawyer to see if any...

I've just been served with papers. I was not around. Someone called me to alert me. What should I do?

You should immediately explore the BK option. I you want me to send you a BK Financial Questionnaire, that can help you sort out for finances. BK...

I would like to declare chapter 7 bankruptcy. However I cannot afford an attorney. I would like to declare chapter 7 myself.

BK is not a DIY project, notwithstanding the many well intentioned efforts in self-help books. Sometimes you can locate an attorney willing to...

I live abroad and i have defaulted on my student loans. will i be arrested at the airport if i come to the US?

I don't know, but I think it is wrong for a person to come to the US, get an education at taxpayer expense, leave the country and ask for free...

What is the General cost to file an adversary action on the bankruptcy case of an ex-spouse ?

You want to file an adversary on what grounds? More information is needed to give you useful information.

Bankruptcy chapter 7 and 1099C

The 1099C was issued because IRS requires it. However, you have the defense of claiming the BK "insolvency" exception which trumps the 1099C. ...

Am I personally liable for my corporations unsecured property tax

More information is needed to give you useful advice. Also, I suggest you click the Avvo tab "Find a Lawyer" in your area. A tax attorney would...