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The old comments cannot be removed until they drop off. You post is unclear. I am not sure what you want to do.
Once you definitely determine to file bankruptcy, you should not pay debts that will be discharged.
Who said you make too much for Chapter 7? In my opinion whoever said that has no idea how to calculate a means test. If you have this... Read Answer
Bankruptcy is an option. If they cannot manage their affairs, guardianship is an option. If they have no money and no assets, doing... Read Answer
Under the bankruptcy rules, the tax returns for the last 4 years has to be filed. Even if he owes, please keep in mind the debt will not be... Read Answer
File for divorce and seek alimony. Alimony is in connection with a divorce. You can file here in NY if you live in NY.
A timeshare is an asset. If it is not exempt, you will lose it. Start the process by calling a lawyer. $1500 is a usual fee.
Bankruptcy would in theory discharge the claim. But, the insurance company could claim insurance fraud, and seek to bar your discharge. ... Read Answer
This is not an issue at all. It is actually illegal to discriminate in hiring on the basis of a bankruptcy.
No one can sue in 2 days. You might owe the money, but this is a scare tactic. If you get sued, answer the case and settle it.
Do not do Chapter 13. If you can do Chapter 7, $17,000 is a relatively small amount of debt. It is on the line whether to file or settle... Read Answer
While FEMA loans have some special provisions, any debtor/creditor lawyer can deal with it. Bankrutpcy is an option, as is settlement. It... Read Answer
Yes. A civil claim is generally dischargeable.
She can file, but the student loan debt will not be discharged.
Use this site to type in bankruptcy lawyers in Endicott. I am a member of the Northern District of New York, but not the best choice as it is a... Read Answer
First, you don't have a choice; all debts are included in a bankruptcy. It's not pick and chose like a restaurant menu. Second, if your house is... Read Answer
Exemptions (assets you keep) depend on what you have in total, and if you own real estate. There are specific thresholds you need to review... Read Answer
If this is your only debt, then no. Deal with this debt when and if they come looking for money.
If this happened in 2014 the statute of limitations for attorney malpractice is over.
Meet with a lawyer.
If you want to get a discharge in your Chapter 13, you have to keep paying on it. If you're now unemployed you may qualify for a hardship discharge... Read Answer
So the court issued 45,000 of these letters in every case filed for 10 years. I have dozens of clients with this issue. You do not have... Read Answer
No. Government fines are not dischargeable in most cases.
Call the trustee of the seller. The trustee can consent to the sale, and move it along even though the bankruptcy is pending.