I believe the judgment creditor has 10 years and 30 days to renew in California, so it appears that the Judgment is valid. Filing a bankruptcy may...

The 4 years you may be thinking of is the time a creditor has to file a collection lawsuit from the date of your last payment. Once that date has...

Is a garnishment from 1 creditor an exemption to prevent another collection?

You should have received papers with the Levy Notice on your Bank Account that tells you how to file a claim of exemption on the funds in your bank...

If I am 29000$ in debt can my bank account be siezed?

Your reason for not working is your debts? That is exactly the reason there are bankruptcy laws. Consult with a knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney...

I had retained a lawyer for my BK; however, I no longer wish to work with him. Am I able to work directly with the Trustee?

I suggest you file a Substitution of Attorney form with the Court, which will release your current attorney from any further responsibility in your...

If my mother and I are on a loan but she filed a quitclaim off the deed. Can she file for bankruptcy to delay a foreclosure?

The motivation for your mother filing a quitclaim is the support for her filing another quitclaim before filing a bankruptcy. If there was no...

If they lift the co-debtor stay what will happen?

If the creditor is asking the court to life the stay for the purpose of continuing a pending lawsuit, and the court lifts the stay, then the...

How do I add/attach our investment obligation to a businesses/corporate bankruptcy? (SF Bay Area)

If you know the business filed bankruptcy then you should be able to find the case number. I urge you to consult with a knowledgeable bankruptcy...

It depends on what the judgment is based on. If you suing someone on a breach of contract, then the judgment is unsecured until you record a lien...

As a Chapter 7 Debtor/or former Chapter 7 Debtor, you may apply for a credit card any time, you must list your financial information truthfully. ...