What remedies do I have against a "debt buyer" who is now suing me?

You really should consult a debt defense attorney who can go through your facts with you step-by-step. It is possible you have several defenses to...

Can filing bankruptcy stop a legal case against me?

Yes. When you file bankruptcy, most pending civil cases are placed on hold ("stayed") until your bankruptcy is completed. If your bankruptcy...

I have a judgment against someone in California. I am trying to figure out if I am able to put a lien on his car.

A Secretary of State lien against personal property is a good place to start, but you also have other collection tools available. You can combine...

Do attorneys accept payments after filing ch. 7 bk?

Not permitted by the bankruptcy code for the reasons given by my colleagues. But, make sure you are paying only for services that you will use...

Are there types of Bankruptcy that last less then 10 years?

The Fair Credit Reporting Act requires bankruptcy information to be removed from your credit report no later than ten years after your bankruptcy...

I agree with Mr. Brewer. The debt to your sibling must be listed in the bankruptcy, but don't let that discourage you from filing. Being...

Since 2009 I have many credit cards unpaid & in collections. I lost my house & job. The HOA has a judgment against me. How

I agree with Ms. Strauss's excellent answer. Also, judgments can be renewed in California every ten years. So, hypothetically, these judgments...

Reaffirming a Home Mortgage after Discharge

Wells Fargo might have violated the bankruptcy discharge by asking you to "reaffirm" the debt after the debt had been discharged. In the 9th...

In chapter 7 bankruptcy what assets do I get to keep and if I get married later does that affect our future purchases?

When you file bankruptcy, you generally get to keep property if (1) you own it AND (2) you can protect the property with your bankruptcy...

Can you sue another business for a debt owed in small claims court?

Is your business in the form of a corporation or LLC? Some jurisdictions restrict corporations' and LLCs' ability to sue in small claims court. ...