If defendant is required to pay pay plaintiff's attorney costs, can defendant go bankrupt & not pay?

It depends on what lawsuit was filed causing the attorney fees to be issued. Was it a civil case, family case (i.e. for child support), or criminal...

am being sued by discover for right over $2200. The past year lost my job and not have bank account. should I respond?

You should try to respond (i.e. file your answer). This will avoid discover from getting a default judgment against you. You have 30 days from the...

FCRA stands for Fair Credit Reporting Act. Generally, the FCRA regulates how credit reporting agencies use your information and how your...

Can I add a judgment to a bankruptcy petition?

Many more facts are needed. I recommend you consult with a bankruptcy attorney.

Can a bankruptcy petition be dismissed while an adversary proceeding related to this is on appeal and awaiting decision?

A bankruptcy judge can dismiss your chapter 13 case even if all parties have agreed. Unlike the interested parties, the bankruptcy court is the one...

In California I know the garnishment amount can not exceed 25%. Is that 25% of the monthly salary or 25% each paycheck?

Yes, bankruptcy stops most wage garnishments. Chapter 7 bankruptcy, from start to finish, is over in 3-4 months. If the garnishment is for an...

Abstract of Judgment

You may want to run a title search through a title company or real estate company to double check that your lien is in fact showing up on the title...

Can i be sued for a notorized personal loan i stopped paying in 2008?

You should not sign anything or pay anything until you first speak with an attorney. Even if the Statute of limitations has ran (it appears it has)...

I filed bk 6 years ago, Can I file again?

Assuming you actually received a discharge in your prior bankruptcy, you have to wait 8 years after the filing date to receive another chapter 7...

How much are they suing you for? Do you have other debts or lawsuits? Do you have other debt collectors calling you or sending you letters in the...