Can Australian creditor go after my primary residence and assets in California?

They will need to file a lawsuit in California. As far as your primary residence is concerned, you have a homestead exemption of at least $75,000....

If a junk debt collector buys the debt, then violates the FDCPA act. Is the settlement that is up to $2000 per violation

If they pay you money in settlement of a FDCPA lawsuit against them, you may receive a 1099-MISC, or miscellaneous income. However, if a part of...

My wages are being garnished, because I defaulted on a loan however I have been paying on this loan since May of 2012.

You need to consult an attorney who sues debt collectors who engage in abusive debt collection practices. If you can show that you have been...

If my husband dies am I obligated to pay off his small business credit cards if I am not on the accounts?

If the creditors contact you, they will demand payment and they will not listen to anything that you tell them. I advise that you not give them...

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Credit card debt

I would advise you to speak with a lawyer before you consider paying anything to the creditor. Even if you pay in full, a recent "paid collection"...

I got sued by CACH in San Diego.

Talk to a lawyer about the specifics of your situation. CACH is a notorious debt buyer. When they sue, they rarely have all of the documents from...

Am I required to attend a civil court that a collection agency is taking me to try to collect a debt

If the creditor has already obtained a judgment against you, and you have been served with an "Order for Appearance of Judgment Debtor", you must...

Since I 've paid $81,700 for purchasing Aluminum Scrap, the supplier did not ship it and never refund. Can you collect it?

Yes. You will need an attorney. Where is the supplier located? Does the supplier have assets that can be used to satisfy a judgment? Does your...

Looking for a "Stop Sheriff's Writ" Form- Riverside County

You [probably want to file a Claim of Exemption. If a Garnishment, you will need Form WG 006. If it is a bank levy there is a different form. In...

Can my creditors (3) place a lien against me if I am unable to pay my full monthly bills?

I recommend bankruptcy only if you have something to protect or if you expect to receive money, like an inheritance, in the future. Most of the...

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