What are my rights whens debt collector places a levy on my checking account and freezes my access to the only money I have ?

The bank levy papers include a court case number. This should be the same case number as the case number on the Summons that a Sheriff or process...

Are homestead exemption funds protected from contingency fee claims ?

The advise that you receive here is not a substitute for a personal consultation with a lawyer. The documents need to be reviewed. This forum may...

Appealing time - barred judgment

Your statement of the facts is somewhat unclear. As far as an "appeal", you have no more than 60 days to file a notice of appeal after the court...

Is there a specific amount in restitution you must pay upfront?

You need to get the advise of your criminal defense attorney. More information is required in order to give you proper advise, specific to your...

I rec'd a Notice To Consumer or Employee filed by a collection attorney on behalf of a Credit Card creditor seeking documents .

You can file a motion to quash the subpoena. You will need an attorney. The attorney will review the credit card lawsuit, the loan information,...

I'm being pursued by a debt collector who has lodged a few violations. Can I really get a lawyer to handle this for free?

If there is a fee shifting statute available, and if you have a strong case, you can find an attorney who will represent you. Other factors...

For how many years are you put to jail for credit card fraud ?

Petty theft is a misdemeanor. For a first offense, you might get probation.

Should I hire a lawyer or should I accept a settlement in my collections case?

It will be well worth the cost of a one hour consultation with an attorney. There are numerous issues involved as well as possible counter claims....

Advice for small claims??

A court judgment is not an order to pay. It just gives the creditor the right to garnish wages and levy upon non-exempt assets. If she needs all...

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I have been asked to forge an amount on a conditional lien release and sign it. What are the consequences of this for myself?

The problems that you might have are violations of the California Penal Code. The maximum penalty for perjury, Penal Code section 118, is 4 years...