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I loaned a friend $5000.00 eight years ago. Is there anything I can do to collect? I have been very patient!
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Answered on May 08, 2014
It really depends on whether the debt is now barred by the statute of limitations on debt for your state. If she has made payments on the debt,...
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Do I have to accept a subpoena for a car theft I did not even see happen
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Answered on May 08, 2014
If you receive a subpoena then you must appear. It will be up to the judge whether your testimony is admissible or not.
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Question about bankruptcy filing
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Answered on May 08, 2014
The automatic stay as to the debtor lasts until they receive a discharge. The automatic stay as to property of the bankruptcy estate lasts until...
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Do I have an Income Liability for a Student Loan Cancelled Immediately after filing bankruptcy?
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Answered on May 08, 2014
See your tax preparer. It's an interesting issue as without having filed an adversary proceeding and obtained a court order discharging the student...
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Can we still file bankruptcy even though my husband is modifying a child support order?
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Answered on May 08, 2014
Child support matters are not affected by a bankruptcy filing so there would not be a reason to delay filing on that basis. As for the second part...
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I need a lawyer to contact me. I've tried 3,and no calls back.
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Answered on May 08, 2014
Your best bet would be to use the Find A Lawyer search tool on this website, or call the State Bar or local county bar association for a list of...
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Can I sue my landlord for harassment and discrimination? or What else can i do?
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Answered on May 08, 2014
Your landlord's actions do indeed sound retaliatory and you may be entitled to damages. You may also have a claim against your landlord for...
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Is it illegal for a landlord to raise rent or tack on late fees when ever they want ?
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Answered on May 08, 2014
Your landlord can only charge a late fee if it is a term in the lease. As for increasing your rent, the landlord must give you 30 days notice in...
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I live in CA, made a personal loan to a man who moved to OR. How do I collect since he quit making payments?
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Answered on May 08, 2014
You should hire a debt collection attorney to file suit. If the promissory note was signed in California, you can sue here, or you can sue in...
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Hello, I am in need of a civil rights lawyer to represent me?
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Answered on May 08, 2014
You best bet would be to use the Find A Lawyer search tool on this website, or call the State Bar or local county bar association for a list of...