How can I know if a "debt collector" is a scam?

Scammers are getting more and more creative and bold. I've been called by the "Department of Treasury," the "Selective Service Office," and...

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Based on your comment on attorney Pont's answer, it doesn't appear to be a dischargeable debt. See 11 USC 523(a)(9), which states that a...

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Need a BK Lawyer to appear to reopen a case to have Judge correct a charge off

Going out on a limb here... are you needing an attorney to file a motion to reopen your bankruptcy case and thereafter file a motion to avoid a...

You are asked to "Check all that apply," so if none of those apply, you would check none of the three you listed. Below that, where it says "Type...

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What's is the average cost for filing for bankruptcy?

I know this might not be the answer you're looking for, but given the fact that you're looking at filing bankruptcy to eliminate only $9000 of...

How do I obtain monies after winning my case, but the defendant has filed bankruptcy?

Depending on the reason for your suit against the defendant, you may have recourse, but, even then, the money you seek may not come easy, quickly,...

If someone had a BK discharged in August 2012 when would they legally be allowed to file again.

The timing for filing a subsequent case is based on the date the previous case was filed, not discharged. You can file another chapter 7 case...

When can you file chapter 13 after you have filed chapter 7?

You can file chapter 13 at any time after filing chapter 7. However, you can only receive a discharge in a chapter 13 if you file at least 4 years...

Removing a lien on my property from a creditor

The only thing I'd add to Mr. Starrett's or Mr. Firth's answers is that if the judgment lien is for a relatively small amount, you may need to...

Should i file for bankruptcy?

Sorry to hear about your situation. Don't be too hard in yourselves; it can happen to the very best of us. Many bankruptcy attorneys offer free...