My mother-in-law passed away. She didn't have enough money to cover all her bills. Are we required to pay them for her?

You are probably not liable for her debts, but you might get sued anyway. I'd suggest you consult with an attorney who practices consumer law, and...

Iam termilly ill i cant afford to pay my credit card anymore i am receiving ga 203.00 a month.

No they cannot garnish SSI or General Assistance. All relief based on Need is exempt from Garnishment in Minnesota. If a debt collector merely...

What is the statute of limitaions for collection of a phone bill?

Probably not. Minnesota's statute of Limitations on contracts is 6 years. if it went into default after August 1, 2004, and the Contract provided...

In my experience, not all employers know how to deal with these different types of garnishments and employees vs independent contractors. The...

Can a credit card company freeze your bank accounts and or take the money out of your bank accounts?

If you bank at the same bank where the debt is owed, there may be ways they can do it. But in the typical case where the bank account is not with...

Debt that was accured before marriage

No. Minnesota Statutes Section 519.01 specifically says spouses are only liable for debts incurred while married, and living together, and even...

Independent contractors are not paid wages, so the creditor cannot garnish anything by a wage garnishment summons. However, the creditor can serve...

Can my wages be garnished if I am on MinnesotaCare?

Your wages are exempt from garnishment under the revised statute. MNCare is considered Relief Based on Need. All wages of a person who receives...

There are two types of Garnishment. It sounds like you received a Wage Garnishment under Minnesota Statues Section 571.92. The Definitions at...

If you haven't already talked to a Minnesota attorney I would encourage you to do so as soon as possible. you have just 20 days to Answer a...