If I file bankruptcy, can I have a federal judgement dismissed from car accident?

Unless the car accident incurred while you were driving while intoxicated, the underlying debt is probably dischargeable. However, filing...

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Can a landlord give notice to vacate following complaint made related to habitability of the house?

The attorney you spoke with is correct; Section 1942.5 provides that if you are not otherwise in default of the lease terms, the landlord cannot...

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My landlord removed the washer and dryer to build a illegal unit, then raise my rent at the same time. I am totally disable.

You should file a complaint with the Los Angeles Housing and Community Investment Department for decrease of housing services and illegal eviction...

Does my proof against the person I'm suing make a difference if I signed the phone contract?

If you have a separate agreement with this person that he will be responsible for half of the bill and half of the termination fee, then certainly...

Bankruptcy: How does bankruptcy affect a car loan that I am co-signer on?

Yes, this would be a dischargeable debt in bankruptcy. You can find a great bankruptcy attorney on this website by clicking on the "find a lawyer"...

I moved to CA from NJ and will file Chap 7. What address do I use to fill out the forms and to whom/where do I send the forms?

You would use the address where you live now, the San Francisco address. I'm attaching a link to the bankruptcy court website where you can find...

Can a judgment be made for two persons when I have made arrangements and accepted the bill?

Since your wife incurred the debt she can be held responsible for it irrespective of your agreement with the collection agency. If the debt is...

I'm being sued by a recovery service for a debt owed to citi financial, can they collect as I've never signed anything with them

If the debt has been validly assigned to the recovery service or their is some other legal agreement in place allowing them to do so, they can...

Do I have a legitimate wage garnishment violation case in Westchester, NY, for not being notified of garnishment?

Since they have already obtained a judgment against you it appears they were within their rights to proceed with garnishment even though you were...

Autoloans with Chapter 13.

A bankruptcy trustee can void a new car lien obtained within 90 days of filing bankruptcy or beyond, in some situations. You need to discuss this...