Can I legally record conversations in my residence without letting the other person know?

If you have a security/surveillance camera rolling when the LL shows up I don't see why that couldn't be used in "negotiation" even if it can't be...

I am in a 5 year CH 13 plan. I will be getting more income this year. What happens now?

Your attorney will explain the process, but eventually the trustee will learn of the extra income via your annual copy of your 1040 which is...

Can I file for bankruptcy if I have a judgment & it stipulates that it cannot be discharged if I file for bankruptcy.

Generally, such a stipulation is unenforceable but more details are needed to give you useful advice. Send me a copy of the document and call to...

What is the proper way to establish value for a vehicle in determining the secured portion of a claim vs. unsecured?

KBB is only a guide. You are in the best position to present credible evidence of the condition of your vehicle. Take pictures, produce repair...

I filed an answer to a lawsuit on unknown credit card debt, and received a motion for a mandatory settlement conference on 10/28

Settlement conference is a routine part of the process which is an informal meeting with the judge or a settlement officer whose job it is to try...

How does cramdown work? Currently I owe 22k on my car but 2k of it is unpaid interest. I bought the car 1 yr ago. Can i pay 20k?

You may file a motion to redeem the car for current market value, but you will have to pay the lender in a lump sum under a Chapter 7. In a...

How do I remove a Judgement Lien from Title after a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Discharge?

Have your BK case reopened by filing the appropriate motion, pay the filing fee, file a motion under 11 USC §522(f), served it on the judgment...

Atty Bunce and Adams have given you good advice. The Chapter 13 will prevent them from conducting an auction but you will not have access unless...

To prevent collections Summary Judgments, better to ask for debt validation 1st or make a pay-for-delete settlement offer 1st?

Attorneys Liu and Fitzgerald have given you useful advice. If all else fails, you can file BK and wipe out the credit card debt and keep your...

Hi. I have cancer and will be receiving chemotherapy. Can my loans get discharged? I cannot finish school.

Attorneys Fraley & Chen have given you good advice. Good luck and God bless.