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I want to know if it's against the law for the legal counsel representing the plaintiff to interfere with the defendant's business dealings. The plaintiff's counsel contacted the US Bankruptcy Court and made a complaint regarding the defendant's bankruptcy history. As a result... View More 
answered on Apr 13, 2025
It does not appear that the Plaintiffs counsel has interfered with the business in taking the actions that he did.
What happens to a shared apartment rental agreement when only one tenant files for bankruptcy? Both of our names are on the lease, and we are on a month-to-month plan. We are currently a month and a half behind on rent, but we have not received an eviction notice. The landlord does not accept... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2025
Yes. The non-filing tenant is still responsible for the entire amount under the lease.
I invested my capital with Swissquote Bank and made a profit. However, my funds are now trapped, and the bank has imposed multiple fees beyond the initial 5% withdrawal fee stated in the terms and conditions. After paying $24,000 in withdrawal fees, I was asked to pay a $38,000 'Wallet... View More
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answered on Mar 1, 2025
The situation you're describing has multiple warning signs of fraud rather than legitimate banking practices from Swissquote, which is a regulated Swiss financial institution that wouldn't typically impose escalating "fees" after initial withdrawals. These endless payment... View More
I do not have umbrella coverage and I am about to retire.
answered on Feb 3, 2025
Filing for bankruptcy relief is a major step, and you need to confer with an experienced lawyer. with full facts of your financial condition to your lawyer in advance of that conference.
Do that as soon as you can, as the best lawyer help is BEFORE any more happens.
On top of your... View More
It's all traffic violations,no DUIs .... My license is suspended 3rd
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answered on Dec 23, 2024
Filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help with traffic ticket debt and potentially aid in getting your license back. While bankruptcy won't eliminate all types of driving-related debts (like DUIs), it can discharge many traffic fines and penalties.
Your situation with... View More
but before the 341 hearing.
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
Yes, you can add additional debt when converting from Chapter 13 to Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Kittitas County, Washington, before the 341 hearing. When you convert your case, you have the opportunity to amend your bankruptcy schedules, including Schedule E/F, where you list unsecured debts. This... View More
I bought 6 appliances from an appliance business that has recently filed Ch 7. I have extended warranties on all appliances. Due to personal financial issues I got way behind on my credit account payments to this business and they closed my account and I now have a lawsuit for repayment to this... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2024
When a business files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it typically means the business is liquidating its assets and will no longer be operating. Because of this, you may face difficulty obtaining warranty information or getting the warranties honored. Unfortunately, if the warranties were provided by the... View More
A process server came to our door trying to serve a summons to my wife and her name is the only one on it not mine. It’s not my credit account either. Do I by WA State law have to accept her summons if I’m approached by the server?
I'm not an attorney and it seems that there are very few attorney's that are filing subchapter V's in Washington state and perhaps the entire country. I understand it is a new law, but it is supposed to be easier and smoother than a standard Chapter 11. The estimates I've gotten... View More
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answered on May 17, 2024
Very difficult. Chapter 11 (regular or subchapter V) is very complex with lots of requirements and rules. A $50,000 retainer is not unusual and well worth the investment if you want to save your business. If you haven't already met with a local bankruptcy attorney, you should definitely do so.... View More
As a creditor, I was planning to file an objection to discharge in hopes of getting my money back. Now I’ve learned that the debtor is on a 100% plan. Does that mean my money will all be repaid and that I don’t need to worry about my claim being discharged?
answered on Feb 21, 2024
A Plan that pays off all creditors in full is a one hundred percent Plan.
The advantage to the debtor is that no interest or other charges on any unsecured claims, e.g., credit cards, accrues, and the Plan may be as long as five years.
The disadvantage to the debtor is that for that... View More
The Company I purchased the car from is Shift and my financer is Westlake Financial. Shifts headquarters are in California, I bought it in Oregon. I currently live in Washington.
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answered on Feb 9, 2024
If it's Shift that filed bankruptcy, it shouldn't affect you or your car loan. If it's Westlake Financial, it probably still will not affect you. Most likely, Westlake's contracts will likely be sold to another company. Keep making payments like you have been. If another company... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2024
Your question cannot be reliably answered because it offers only two debt items.
Your options, among which are some of the bankruptcy Chapters, can only be determined by a full consideration of your likewise full financial situation, both income and debt service for... View More
He filled under chp 7 and then switched it chp 13. The trustee keeps sending letters saying everything is wrong n the motions. My lawyer keeps emailing me that he made mistakes. I don't trust him or what is being said at this point. But I am finding it very hard to figure out my next steps.... View More
answered on Aug 3, 2023
You can fire or hire any lawyer you want anytime you want. No restrictions.
They failed to contest during the bankruptcy process and now completely ignore calls, letters of discharge sent to every address they have and faxes.
answered on Jun 17, 2023
Reopen your bankruptcy and file a motion to hold them in contempt for violating te permanent injunction.
they say they will and when asked if there is a problem they assure you not, how should you deal with this?
answered on Apr 26, 2023
Ask for an itemized statement of charges, discharge them as your lawyer and hire a new lawyer.
We live in WA state. Debt is personal loans and credit cards. The personal loans are in my name alone. I am the owner of the credit cards, but my wife is a co-borrower. She has no income and has had no income for over 8 years. Would I have to file bankruptcy with her? If I file alone, could... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2023
You can file for bankruptcy relief singly (her income would be considered in a determination of "abuse of the bankruptcy system", but you appear to be exempt from that).
If you file a Ch. 7 case, there is no legal protection in a bankruptcy that covers her. In a Ch. 13 case, the... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2023
No. Discovery requests are not filed as a public record, unless, and only to the extent that, the same are controverted and a protective order is sought. The same is true of documents produced in response to discovery requests. Only after culling, and if a judge permits, are documents produced... View More
Currently working with a lending company that I have paid each month since we financed the vehicle. Currently fiancee and I are in quite the finacial hardship and I asked them if I could pay them on the 3rd, knowing that I will also be making a payment on the 18th as well in March. Payment is due... View More
Hi,
I have bankruptcy back in Nov 2019.
I forgot to include one of the collection from 2018.
It’s been 4 years is there any way to remove it?
answered on Feb 13, 2023
Contact your bankruptcy attorney to see if the petition can be amended.
I got into an accident and didn’t have insurance and am now expected to pay $22,000. I don’t have that kind of money and am trying to explore my options. Desperately need help.
answered on Jan 3, 2023
Really the best answer to this question is to consult with an experienced bankruptcy attorney. Usually married couples file bankruptcy together, but they are not required to and some file individually. If you file individually without your husband joining the petition it may or may not effect him... View More
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