If the process server makes 3 attempts to personally serve you, and executes a Declaration of Due Diligence, you can be served by Substituted...

How can I get out of bill collectors trying to make me pay what my ex-roommate refused to pay when we moved out?

You should read your lease or rental agreement carefully. If the lease says that each of you is jointly and severally responsible for payment of...

Can I sue someone I co signed for?

Sue not only for the past payments that you made but for the amount of all future payments that will be due under the car note. Make sure that you...

I co-signed for someone’s bail, they didn’t keep up with their payment plan. How can i keep them from coming after me?

You can sue the other person in Small Claims Court. If you win, you will have a civil judgment which will allow you to garnish wages, levy on bank...

Can a financial company charge you with stealing a laptop if you defaulted on a loan ?

No. Only law enforcement can file and prosecute a criminal case. If Crest is threatening you with arrest, it is in violation of the federal Fair...

What does this mean

This procedure is typical if the police intend to arrest you for involvement in some crime but need some kind of admission or confession from you...

Unless you file an Answer, you will have no negotiating leverage. If you file an Answer, the case will be set for a trial sometime next year. ...

Ca homestead exemption?

If you sell or refinance, the creditor will get paid by the buyer or new lender through the escrow. You will not see the money.

Illegal yet legal eviction.. Breach of contract?

You must file an Answer or other pleading with the court within five days of being served with the court Summons. This must be on the proper legal...

Why would the settlement amount be increased and is that legal? Is there a statue of limitations since it's been 10 years now?

Without reviewing the underlying documents, especially the settlement agreement and/or judgment, no one can give you intelligent advise. Was the...