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I was just served papers to pay approx $2600 and some of the bills are from 2011. i have filled taxes every year and they never

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

It sounds like you have been sued. If you do not file a proper legal response to the lawsuit, a default judgment will be entered against you. You...

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Chapter 7 trustee at hearing required me to fill out Domestic Support Obligation sheet. Why? What info goes to my EX?

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

This is standard procedure and if you want the trustee to approve your discharge, you will need to fill it out. In cases where there are delinquent...

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Do I have to pay full attorney fees from Chapter 13 before I can convert to Chapter 7?

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

I agree with the other attorneys. Converting the case will take time and your lawyer does not have to do that for free. It's common for an attorney...

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If a judgment has been entered against me for cons debt in NYS, would a subsequent bankruptcy filing by me void the judgment?

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

A bankruptcy filing does not void the judgment. You can discharge the underlying debt that resulted in the judgment, assuming the debt is one that...

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How do I know if I have enough grounds to sue my Bankruptcy Lawyer?

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

Since you never received the discharge previously the date of discharge is correct. I agree with Mr. Riddle that your damages are speculative...

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I HAVE A UNLAWFULL DETAINER PENDING IN STATE COURT HAVE A CHAPTER 7 BK FILED. LANDLORDS ATTY. FILED A MOTION TO REMOVE STAY

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

I would expect you should be granted a continuance of the hearing on the motion matter but you must properly request it in writing and in...

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I have recently received several hang-up calls, a few times a week, all from the same number, belonging to a collection agency.

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

They can sue you but even if they obtain a judgment against you they cannot garnish your social security disibility income. Here is some helpful...

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WHEN DEBIT COLLECT REPORTS ON CREDIT ACCOUNT CLOSED.WHAT REALLY DOES THAT MEAN TO ME.

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

I believe I just answered this question. It means you can no longer use the account (i.e., charge on the credit card). It does not mean the...

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WHEN A COMPANY REPORTS ON CREDIT REPORT ACCOUNT CLOSED.DOES THAT MEAN THAT I WILL NOT HAVE TO PAY ON THIS ACCOUNT ANY MORE.

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

The notation "account closed" with respect to a debt that is listed on a credit report does not mean no debt is owed. It just means you can no...

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I HAVE AN UNLAWFUL DETAINER PENDING FILED CHAPTER 7 BK HAVE MEETING OF CREDITORS

Shaye's answer | Answered on February 20, 2014

You can ask the court for a continuance if you need time to get legal representation. Whether they will grant the continuance or not is unknown. ...