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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 
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?
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).
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
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.
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?
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.
How long would this stay in Probate ?
answered on Apr 19, 2019
You can likely probate at any time but generally the estate has to remain open for 6 months.
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
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.
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?
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.
We have 2000.00 in medical bills and we'd like to pay them on our own
answered on Mar 23, 2019
Yes. You must include ALL debts owed. You still may pay them voluntarily if you wish.
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
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
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.
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?
answered on Dec 30, 2018
Both filing fee and attorney fee can usually be paid in installments.
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?
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.
I was sued by a creditor for about $4500 and i am currently and have been on Wi Badgercare and Wi Foodshare(Food Stamps). I am unemployed and have a relative giving me $800 a month($630 is rent, the rest is to live off per month) and my roommate gives me his portion of the rent each month(also... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2018
At least 25% of the monthly amount because none of it is exempt.....
If a child support payor files for chapter 13 with a 5 year repayment plan. Does this prevent the mother or child support from doing any modifications to increase child support for during that 5 years?
These businesses are supported financially by the others during the off season. They have a substantial amount of debt that is personal and the businesses. My father wants to file bankruptcy right away before trying to sell assets and my mother does not agree with him. He wants to keep one business... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2018
This is such a complex question with so many variables that it is impossible to properly answer here. It depends on whose name and how assets and liabilities are held as to what the proper action. Each can file separately if necessary, but generally speaking both parties are best served by filing... View More
And allow a payment plan for attorney fees...
answered on Sep 28, 2018
Check with your local bar association or a Legal Aid for a list of bankruptcy attorneys.
My partner and I want to keep Verizon but the installment plans hamstring our ability to pay our bill going forward
answered on Aug 21, 2018
No. Pay for them and keep them or give them up and don’t pay for them.
Can we legally contact after discharge of ch 7 if they still have our property and are not paying?
answered on Aug 25, 2018
Yes. You cannot collect any money from the debtor unless they filed a reaffirmation agreement, but you are entitled to possession of the vehicle if they are not paying for it. Consulate a local attorney who call help you reclaim the car.
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