Can Sallie Mae place a lien on my property without first going to court and obtaining a judgment?

Due to relatively recent reforms to the law, Sallie Mae and other lenders can collect via garnishment without going to court and obtaining a...

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Can divorce lawyer fees be written off in a chapter 7 bankruptcy?

This question must be analyzed using Washington's community property legal framework. Any debt incurred after your separation is a separate debt,...

Following an arbitrator's award to, "the other side," what happens in what time frame?

An arbitration award is going to be subject to a particular arbitration agreement so many of your questions can only be answered by looking to the...

Is a restraining order in affect if the person to be restrained is NOT served?

Call the Sheriff (non-emergency number). They may be able to arrange an escort so she can get her belongings out.

How do I file to garnish wages for a judgment that we were award but can not collect from the person. Want to do it ourselves.

Your best option is probably to hire an attorney. Garnishing wages involves relatively complex procedural requirements. Depending on the total...

How can I place a debt-collection for eviction on my own?

There is no easy way (actually no way at all that I am aware of) to report the debt to credit bueaus without involving a collection agency. In...

My business partner wants out and we are 150,000 in debt. She wants to file bankrup on her half of the debt.What does this to me

Much more detail is required to give you any help on this. I would advise that you consult with a bankruptcy attorney. Necessary facts...

How do I file to garnish wages for a judgment that we were award but can not collect from the person. Want to do it ourselves.

Your best option is probably to hire an attorney. Garnishing wages involves relatively complex procedural requirements. Depending on the total...

Lost my lease, SBA loan on the business still outstanding. Have another business...can I save the other business?

The answer is: It depends. Are your businesses incorporated? If so, are they separate corporations? In any case, you should consult with a...

Can a bank refuse to repossess a car after it is in collections?

The bank can refuse to repossess the car, and may be doing so because the car is worth very little and/or repossession would be too expensive. If...