Can a inherited IRA I got from my Dad be taken as cash in a bankruptcy. Washington State

Recent case law has ruled that an inherited IRA can be exempted in bankruptcy just like your own IRA. However, what you are describing doing still...

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The important factor is where your father was served. Service is valid if they serve someone of "suitable age" (doesn't have to be an adult) at...

Co-signing parents filed for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy.

Chapter 13 has protections for co-debtors such as yourself. Your lender may be liable for violating the bankruptcy stay in your parents' case,...

Chapt 7 discharge mortgage, not reaffirmed- reported late pymts after discharge as i continue to pay 3 yrs now... damages?

The Fair Credit Reporting Act allows for actual damages and punitive damages, but you must dispute the reporting in writing before you can...

My Husband & I are being sued for medical bill ($13K). I claimed BK 1 1/2 yrs ago. Is BK still option for Husband?

If the debt was incurred after your own bankruptcy, this is tricky. The short answer is yes, they may be able to pursue you for the debt even if...

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My husb. and I are being sued for $12K+ for hosp bills following 3 day stay at hosp. Self Employd. Whats our best defense?

Unfortunately, lack of an ability to pay is not a valid defense to a debt collection lawsuit. If you don't dispute that you owe the debt to the...

Avvo indicates that you live in Seattle, so I will answer accordingly. If a creditor sues you in King County Superior Court and gets a judgment...

Is it wise to try to raise funds for a significant career opportunity just before and/or during filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

One inportant issue that you may be overlooking is the value of your copyrights. When you file for bankruptcy, all of your assets, including your...

My mortgage lender told me my HOA is trying to foreclose and a lawsuit has been filed. Shouldn't I have been served?

It does sound like your situation is complex. Honestly, you cannot afford to not have an attorney right now. If you have little income or...

How do we fill out an asset exemption claim form for a judgement in Washington State?

It is not clear from your answer that you fully understand what exemptions are and how they work. There is a minimal amount of money in the bank...