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Q: People from foreign countries come to visit US and I need to take care of the tour.

Hi,I live in Madison ,WI....a group of my friends in foreign countries are planning to come visit me in the future and I need to take care for their tour...just wondering what I should do to avoid any risks that are caused by accident ? Should I register a company to protect my personal property... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 9, 2020

Many more facts are needed to properly answer your question. Such as: how many people, why do you think you need protection, where are they staying, etc., how long are they staying.

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Q: Do bankruptcy lawyers represent incarcerated individuals?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 19, 2020

Practically speaking, yes.

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Q: If money is owed to a parent, how is it discharged in ch.7 bankruptcy & can they harass you for payment after discharge?

No contract has been signed (verbal only).

J. David Krekeler
J. David Krekeler
answered on Feb 1, 2020

A debt to a parent is no different than a debt to a stranger. it is discharged unless it falls within one of the several exceptions to discharge.

Harassment or other collection efforts after discharge would be grounds for a contempt motion.

Because of the family relaitonship, I...
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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Tax Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Can a collection company file Tax form 1099 C on debts they do not have settlement offers or judgements for?

A collection company has filed 1099 C or cancellation of debt forms with the IRS on past due debts they claim are mine. They have never taken legal action against me, I talked with them once after statute of limitations expired, I have never acknowledged owing debt, I have never offered any... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 28, 2020

Challenge them on your credit report as fraudulent and consult a debtors rights attorney about suing them.

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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: : Rita EVANS I want to ask b4 i go see this lawyer to reopen my case I want to court and they give me a court date

: Rita EVANS I want to ask b4 i go see this lawyer to reopen my case I want to court and they give me a court date to come back and when I look at it today this what it said adjourned for Eviction Proceedings Court but I go back to court November 27,2019 I wan to no will this stop this case until I... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 16, 2019

Depending on where you are, you’ll have at least a week and probably several weeks to find your new space.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: Is it legal to rent out your house if you've filed bankruptcy
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 16, 2019

Theoretically, no, not without the permission of the trustee bc the home is part of the bankruptcy estate.

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Q: My father was approved for a mortgage but must pay a credit card filled under bankruptcy as closing costs. Is this legal
Clark Dray
Clark Dray
answered on Jul 18, 2019

I suspect that they want the credit card paid because it's showing an outstanding balance. Your father may want to consider figuring out which credit report is still showing the outstanding balance and file a dispute so the card shows as discharged in bankruptcy. Once the balance is resolved,... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: I sued the person who hit my car for $7500.00, it became a default judgement because she did not show up in court.

I received a notice in the mail in regards to her filing chapter 7. Is there anything I can do? The paper stated that I can file a motion but will that help me?

Jordan Ash
Jordan Ash
answered on Jun 13, 2019

Unfortunately there is nothing you can do unless there was alcohol involved in the accident. The person is allowed to discharge (wipe out) the debt that they owe you for the accident unless it involved alcohol (DUI).

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: Bankruptcy after selling a home

My husband and I are moving from Indiana to Wisconsin. We sold our house and will net about 50k. He is the only one on the mortgage and the proceeds will go into an account owned only by him. I am on the title to the home we sold. I am in a great deal of debt on my own (none of it is jointly... View More

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Apr 25, 2019

This is a very important question the online answer to which may cause irreparable harm to one or both of you. You BOTH should consult a very experienced bankruptcy lawyer in your area before doing anything more than you have already done.

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Q: Can estate property that has not been inherited be taken under Chapter13?

I am an executor of my parent's estate. The estate still has a mortgage on it and payments are made through money that is part of the estate. Can this be seen as an asset when I file Chapter 13 even if I am not the name on the loan?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 20, 2019

Depends on your ownership interest in the property and the equity in it. You need to speak with a competent bankruptcy lawyer who can assess your complete financial situation before you do anything.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: Hello my Mom and I had a bank account together she passed away 7 months ago how long do I have for probate

How long would this stay in Probate ?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 19, 2019

You can likely probate at any time but generally the estate has to remain open for 6 months.

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Q: x-spouse and new wife claimed chapter 13 and is failing to pay court ordered support to me. What can I do to get help?

We were married for 20 yrs. He divorced me on March 14,2016. I had filed for contempt of court and he still had not paid up. 2017 he owes me $940.00 - 2018 he owes me $810.00 - so far 2019 he owes $875.00. Divorce case no.: 15 FA 0546 Case Code 40101 David and Cheryl Wollert bankruptcy case... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 7, 2019

He still owes you the money. Child support and Alimony are not dischargeable in bankruptcy. Moreover, the stay does not apply to pursuit of these debts. Contempt in the divorce case is your best, quickest option.

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Q: Statement of intent surrendering vehicle how long before have to give vehicle back?

Once you file the statement of intent to surrender in Chapter 7 your vehicle back to the finance company how long before you have to return the vehicle to them?

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Apr 4, 2019

Ask your bankruptcy lawyer; if you have none, ask the trustee; if that doesn't work ask the finance company.

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Q: Do we HAVE to include our medical bills in a chapter 7?

We have 2000.00 in medical bills and we'd like to pay them on our own

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 23, 2019

Yes. You must include ALL debts owed. You still may pay them voluntarily if you wish.

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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: My brother filed for bankruptcy before we could file a lawsuit against him. Can we still sue?

My mother moved to assisted living only to find out my brother stole a lot of money from her. The divestment is over $50,000. My husband and I are private paying because she cannot live independently. Since my brother stole money, we planned on suing to try to recoup. (He received every penny. We... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 4, 2019

You should consult the authorities bc a crime may have been committed. Also, you can bring an adversarial proceeding against your brother inside his bankruptcy case to recover the money if he obtained it by fraud or deceit. You should consult an experienced bankruptcy attorney to help you through... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: Is cash value life insurance an exempt Ch. 7 asset under WI or Federal Law?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 3, 2019

The cash value is an asset the value of which can be protected with either your state or federal exemptions.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Wisconsin on
Q: what does bankruptcy cost to file?

What options are there to pay for bankruptcy?

Does anyone offer a payment plan to pay for bankruptcy or do I need to pay in full?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 30, 2018

Both filing fee and attorney fee can usually be paid in installments.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy and Child Support for Wisconsin on
Q: My childs father is filing bankruptcy. How does it affect me?

We were never married and never had any debt together. He does pay child support and is current. I got a letter in the mail about his bankruptcy and I am not sure why or what it means for me?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 29, 2018

It means nothing to you. He still has to pay support until she is 18 or graduates. Domestic support obligations such as child support are non dischargeable debts in bankruptcy.

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