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Debt is clearly dischargeable in a Chapter 7. The underlying Promissory Note is what creates the debt. The car lienholder can repo the car and sell... Read Answer
At least within the statute of limitations, which may be 5 or 10 years. Contact them and work out a payment arrangement.
No... ask them in writing to verify the debt.
Generally they should not repossess your car unless you are significantly behind.. say 30 days or moreare you sure you did not miss a payment?
I would not think so.
There is certainly no personal obligation. Only the mother in law and her estate are liable on the debt. The only potential problem is if the... Read Answer
I would like to look at the contract before I would render any opinion. Generally such contracts are secured by either the windows which have been... Read Answer
Actually a monthly invoice on a car loan or a mortgage is an attempt to collect a debt. Usually once you file chapter 7 bankruptcy or chapter 13... Read Answer
You fail to mention how old he is. You may be entitled to an abatement in support. The court will not terminate it, but it may stop it from accruing... Read Answer
You may be able to work something out with the dealership. Give it a try.
It depends on the paperwork that was signed.
If she is not willing to give you the car, and you do not have a written agreement with her giving you a security interest, you probably need a court... Read Answer
You need to get personal guarantees of the individuals involved.
If it is in your name it is your car. Go get it.
They don't have to take less than the full amount. Do not give them any payment without a written agreement and never provide account information.
A chapter 7 bankruptcy trustee does not get a set fee, in fact they get a percentage of everything you sell. They may also hire any professionals to... Read Answer
Sorry this is an area of law I do not practice in. Try searching online using the phrase "lemon law attorney." There are attorneys who specialize in... Read Answer
I am not sure what you mean by correct. Debt collectors have their own procedures. You have already told the law firm that you don't think you owe... Read Answer