Bankruptcy Question

I agree with the other responses. The towing company holds the vehicle until its claimed by the owner. At that point the payment for all charges...

Am I responsible for paying off my deceased husband's debts?

When your husband died, all of his property became property of his estate. An estate may be managed by an executor or heir. If there is any...

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

One option is to oppose the lawsuit. Almost everyone in that situation needs to be represented. If you cannot afford to hire an attorney, there...

Has the statue of limitations run out?

That depends on whether the lawsuit filed in 2012 was dismissed (either "with prejudice" or "without prejudice.") A judge may set aside a default...

If you co-signed, then yes, you are responsible for the debt if your son defaulted. Whether you can get your ex wife to share the debt...

Can I be charged criminally if I bounced a check at acheck cashing place

Mr. Lysle is correct. For any calls that you receive, ask the name of the person calling, the name of that person's employer, and the...

Where to locate witness's name in CCP § 98?

The name of the declarant should be shown: 1) on the first line of the declaration; 2) above or below the declarant's signature. If the name of...

Bank withdrew $5,000 from my account for an alleged debt

Generally, no, a bank cannot just take funds from your account. But there is probably more going on here. I will venture a guess that the...

Can I be held liable for my husband's outstanding debts?

I respectfully must disagree with the majority opinion. The general rule is that community property is reachable by creditors to pay debts...

Can a collection company/law firm collect outside statute of limitation if account sold to new company?

If you are a California resident, the default position will be that California law applies, and that the statute of limitations is four years from...