Getting sued as the co-owner of a car

Depending on state law, you may be liable for damages caused by the negligence of a fellow co-owner. Whether you can win the case depends on the...

If i am one of two shareholders in a corporation what happens to my shares if i go bankrupt

It sounds like you have two separate questions here: 1. What happens to your shares in your corporation if you file bankruptcy and 2. What happens...

I filed chapter 13 bankruptcy 8 months ago. My home was not involved in the bankruptcy do I need permission to refinance?

I recommend you check with your local Chapter 13 office to determine whether you will need the Court's permission to re-finance. In all...

If a wife creates debt with credit cards in her name only and files bankruptcy, can the go after the husband to repay the debt ?

The answer to your question depends on a number of factors: 1. When was the debt incurred? If it was incurred during the course of your...

To address a creditor that has wrongfully accused my clients and issued a lien on their property Do I need a REAL ESTATE ATTORNe

I am assuming you are a real estate agent? If so, you should be careful in rendering legal advice on behalf of a client. The unauthorized...

I paid off Linen N Things cc in 1/04. They went bankrupt in 4/2008.Their collection agency says I owe as of 4/08. Help please

When the company files bankruptcy, its assets are sold. Among the assets sold are the accounts receivable. Since Linens & Things was likely in...

I have two properties. My mortgages are up to date. $50,000 in Credit Card debt. If I file bankruptcy can I keep both houses?

I recommend you consult a bankruptcy attorney in Ohio to discuss the various issues presented in your question. First, you want to find out what...

In a real estate short sale, If the lender issues a 1099 for debt forgiven does that preclude them from pursuing a deficiency?

I have come across many individuals who find themselves in a similar predicament. The answer to this question depends on whether the total amount...

My 88 year old mother has accumulated $60,000 of credit card debt, can we discharge the debt w/o bankruptcy?

Assuming your mother is competent to understand the documents she prepares and signs, I recommend you consult with a bankruptcy attorney in your...

Given the various legal issues presented in the transfer of real property, I recommend you retain an attorney to draft, file and record the...