If person "A" makes an agreement with a friend (Person "B") to purchase his assets in a chapter 7 bankruptcy case for an amount lower than the total debt, can Person "A" then come back and retain ownership of the assets after the bankruptcy case is settled?
answered on Oct 14, 2020
When a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case is filed, a bankruptcy estate, consisting of all the property and interests in property of the debtor, is created, and the Ch. 7 Trustee has the sole power to deal with those estates. The exception is the debtor's "exempt property", which is... View More 
answered on Aug 24, 2020
I would keep an eye on any mail that comes in his name. Most likely they will mail him something at some point at which time you can contact them. Also look for any estate plans that he has in his home perhaps in a safe or filing cabinet. If he has an estate plan you can also try to contact the... View More
I have been unable to find work in the construction field during this epidemic and have had to carpal tunnel procedures gun before that and have not been able to work being the only provider in the house I have fell behind on rent
answered on Jul 5, 2020
It appears that Bankruptcy may be a viable option as many grapple with Covid impacts right now. Many states and local governments stayed evictions due to the pandemic so that may be applicable in some manner.
It would be best to consult with a BK attorney to explore what options are best... View More
I have no money as im going through hard time what do I do?chapter 7 bankrupcy help me?
answered on Apr 21, 2020
Probably. You should consult a bankruptcy attorney who can review your entire financial situation and advise you from there.
My gross adjusted income was 88,000. I have 3 children and take care of my 2 in-laws. I have unsecured debt of about $150,000. My bills are current only because I move money around to make all the payments but no matter how much I work and overtime I put in, the debt keeps climbing.
answered on Nov 22, 2019
There is not a direct answer on that. For a household 6 the income is median income is $84,541. If you are above that income (which you are) you are subject to (you must take and pass) the means test to file Chapter 7. We could run the means test calculation and see of you passed (Ch 7) or failed... View More
Because I'm a single mother an if they garnish my wages I won't survive the reason behind the law suit is 2 cars got repossessed one because I lost my job at the time an 2 I was trying help my daughter who was in college an just got behind I'm human it happens n people like this... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2019
You need to call a bankruptcy lawyer. Filing bankruptcy will help with all the issues you mentioned in your question.
Yes sir my name is Todd Buie. Got a quick question??? I have $7,000 in old fines, $13,000 in student loans from 6 years ago, an about $9,000 in medical bills. All this stuff is from around 2012. I got into some trouble an had to do around 3 years in prison. I been out for a couple years, no trouble... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2019
You cannot discharge the old fines not can you discharge the student loans. The medical bills should be dischargeable.
answered on Feb 7, 2019
Possibly, yes, depending on the circumstances. You should contact a competent practitioner to review all hour options.
His granddad took out this endowment before he died. My son also signed for this loan bc he couldn't get a loan approx $18,000 for 9 month trade school for welding. They are garnishing my son's weekly check 1/3 of it he barely can make it now financially. Can he file bankruptcy in... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2018
Possibly. You need to have your son consult an experienced bankruptcy attorney to handle this. He can NOT do tho himself.
There were two ATV’s included. One of which was to be picked up, years gone by no word I thought they picked it up and I’ve moved. The atv was left at a house that I no longer have contact with that person. Now they are calling again, but I don’t know what happened to it. So what will happen... View More
answered on Oct 23, 2018
If you cannot produce the collateral, you may have to pay the fair market value for ito loss.
How much does it cost to file Bankruptcy? How long does it take for the Bankruptcy case to clear?
answered on Oct 23, 2018
Yes. Your lawyer will provide it. Filing fee is $335. 90-120 days from filing.
None of her other employees missed a check. She held check for over 3 months. We filed in small claims court. When she came to court, she told the judge she had his check, but filed for bankruptcy. Judge would not hear anything else. Bankruptcy has been discharged. Can she be held accountable thru... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2018
Everyone should have been given notice of the bankruptcy and an opportunity to appear. Employee wages are generally not dischargeable as a Schedule E debt.
Can I add that to my ch7?
He continues to harass my spouse and I. Today, he yelled at my wife and nailed a For Sale sign on our front gate.
Is this legal?
answered on Aug 21, 2018
No. It is a violation of the automatic stay and you should ask the court to sanction him.
I have contacted them and they have told me they can't reimburse me any money back. It was a laser treatment I had purchased in advance. They charged me over $900 for 6 sessions, only 2 were completed.
answered on Jul 31, 2018
If the franchiser has filed bankruptcy, all you can do is file a proof of claim. If they have not filed bankruptcy, you can go file a criminal complaint for theft by failure to make required disposition of property.
I have a (trailer) renter who was being faced with foreclosure back in may and lost. Well in June the same renter filed for bankruptcy. Now the mortgage company won't come for the trailer since it's in bankruptcy. Is there anything I can do?
answered on Jul 11, 2018
No. It might slow it down temporarily, but only temporarily, especially where the property has already been lost.
A judgement has been placed against me from a nursing home. The want my bank information, my car information, what I own (which I do not own any property other than my car), and what is property that is exempt. I am a full time college student and my husband is the only income we have. My dad was... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2018
If you don’t work and don’t have any income, it is very difficult for them to take anything from you.
answered on Apr 21, 2018
Seterus is a garbage entity. If they don’t respond, move to hold them in contempt and for attorney fees. You’ll be surprised at how quickly they respond then...
Should I buy a new car before I file chapter 13? I really need a new one mine is fixing to go out.
answered on Dec 13, 2017
I would recommend trying to get the new car and then Reaffirm the Debt to the financing Company. Try and hold off on filing 60 days, so there are at least two payments to show good faith
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