Can creditor file an opposition for a hearing after 17 days to responded have passed?

Are you trying to win on a "technicality" or do you have a good case on the merits. Many, or most, judges try to reach the merits of a matter if...

A debt collector has filed a lean on behalf of our HOA for unpaid dues. Do we have the ability to negotiate the payment amount?

You can try, but law firms collecting for HOAs and their management companies usually take a hard line. You can try making an appeal directly to...

Do I go back to court for contempt or sue in a small claims court.

A court judgment awarding community assets and debts is similar to a civil judgment to pay money. It cannot be enforced by contempt of court...

California - 1099 income garnishment by a judgment creditor.

Independent contractor earnings are not wages, so the limitations applicable to a wage garnishment do not apply. There is no exemption...

CA - Defendant (me) is preparing Mot for Summary Judgment. Should I ask court to find in favor of def or dismiss w prejudice?

If you are the party filing the MSJ, and if you win, the court will enter a judgment in your favor. That will be permanent and binding, and you...

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Judgement granted to us in 2004 by CCB; $90K, only received $15K bond. Stipulations in judgement cleverly worded by

It requires a thorough review of the documents and the history of the dispute in order to advise you properly. You should meet with an attorney...

Ex will not assume her half of debt.

Community debts, like community property, is divided by the court during a divorce. The final judgment will specify the division and any set-offs...

Can I be forced to sell my home to settle a lien against it?

Do not believe anything that a debt collector tell you, especially if it involves your legal rights. As to the debt to the nursing home, how are...

I recently found an abstract of judgment that was filed on the deceased spouse of my late husband. What should I do?

They cannot come after you personally. However, a recorded Abstract of Judgment does create a lien upon the real estate owned by the debtor and...

What is the statute of limitations for collection of debt?

If you are sued, you must raise the Statute of Limitations as an affirmative defense. This should be alleged in your Answer to Complaint. Then,...