I'm involved in a probate matter that has taken a long time to finally do something about what went on with it

It sounds as if you are a potential heir or other type of beneficiary of an estate. Typically, an estate administrator is appointed by the court,...

Yes you should report this to the police. Its a crime that violates numerous federal and state criminal laws. You should be sure to include...

Employer locked down my 401K

It sounds like a technical problem. A 401(k) plan is an employer sponsored plan governed by ERISA. IRAs are not ERISA plans. To move the money...

What should I do when a CA posts a collections to my report, then doesn't have an account for me when I call to inquire?

Contact an attorney in your area who has expertise in the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and/or the Fair Credit Reporting Act and schedule a...

My ex wife hasn't paid taxes and the IRS put a lean on a house that I was awarded in the divorce. Can I fix that?

You need to consult with an attorney or CPA who has experience in tax collection and administrative practice. The timing of the lien recordation...

What should I do if opposing counsel failed to tell my ex about a settlement offer?

Look at the Rules of Professional Conduct (Current Version) on the State Bar of California website. Rule 3-500 requires an attorney to communicate...

If someone is in the military and forges someone else's name on a check what happens to them? Do they get kicked out?

Yes, that is cause for both civil and criminal charges under the UCMJ as well as under non-military law (I assume he concealed his acts and took...

The fact that your co-signer filed BK should not directly effect you. The lessor was incorrect to not inform you of the balance due at the end of...

A joint martial debt loaned to us during marriage from a family member in excess of 24,000.00

You need to discuss this with a lawyer. If I understand your facts, the lender is not the relative but his/her retirement plan(s). Also, have the...

Can I sue a business who opened up landline accounts in my name and got me sent to collections?

California's version of the Fair Debt Collections Practices act has an Identity Theft law that will help you resolve this. It is at Civil Code...