Questions answered by Richard Gaines Heston

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How do I avoid the FL-130 fee of $435?

Richard's answer | Answered on June 08, 2019

Fill out the Request for Fee Waiver using Form FW-001. You'll need to demonstrate that you qualify by showing a low level of income, currently...

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Can u file bankruptcy without costing more money ?

Richard's answer | Answered on June 03, 2019

There is available a free, walk-in clinic between 10 o'clock and noon, and again from 2 o'clock until 4 o'clock, every Monday and Wednesday at the...

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I want my name off a loan I signed for. Should I just file bankruptcy and have the car repossessed?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 30, 2019

Your question falls somewhere between the adages about shooting oneself in the foot and cutting off one's nose to spite one's face. If you have...

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Does $175 k exemption qualify BK7, CA EDD Temporary disability income with certifications from my doctor?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 26, 2019

You need an advocate, not an attorney whose immediate inclination is to side with the position of the trustee. While being in the status of...

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Do supplemental insurance payouts need to be included as income in bankruptcy?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 24, 2019

I agree with my colleagues that supplemental insurance benefits from a private carrier similar to AFLAC need to be disclosed as income on Schedule...

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Can a minimized copy of a response to a complaint be considered served properly in bankruptcy court?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 14, 2019

Frankly, I assume (or hope) your question is not asked in seriousness. As much as copiers can reduce to a smaller size, or duplex to utilize both...

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Do I need to file bankruptcy ?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 10, 2019

I agree with my colleagues. While the fresh start provisions of the bankruptcy process are attractive when you are contemplating new ventures and...

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Can I renew my Calfiornia state court judgment after a debtor receives discharge?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 03, 2019

While my colleague is correct that you can take no action to collect the debt without a court order, you need to file a motion for relief from the...

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How can I help my daughter?

Richard's answer | Answered on April 30, 2019

First, the award of attorney's fees and costs is enforceable under California law until paid, as money judgments under the Family Law Act are not...

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I'm thinking about bankruptcy, it's a long story, but I have a car lease with a year left, what happens to my car?

Richard's answer | Answered on April 24, 2019

I am sorry to hear that you have had a rough time with your injury, and hope you fully recovered. Events such as you experienced are what prompts...

Richard Gaines Heston's Answers (418)

How do I avoid the FL-130 fee of $435?

Can u file bankruptcy without costing more money ?

I want my name off a loan I signed for. Should I just file bankruptcy and have the car repossessed?

Does $175 k exemption qualify BK7, CA EDD Temporary disability income with certifications from my doctor?

Do supplemental insurance payouts need to be included as income in bankruptcy?

Can a minimized copy of a response to a complaint be considered served properly in bankruptcy court?

Do I need to file bankruptcy ?

Can I renew my Calfiornia state court judgment after a debtor receives discharge?

How can I help my daughter?

I'm thinking about bankruptcy, it's a long story, but I have a car lease with a year left, what happens to my car?