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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Social Security for New Jersey on
Q: I filed a chapter 7 a few years ago with social security being a creditor for overpayments.I checked with social

security and the NJ bankruptcy court and neither could tell if my debt was discharged.I read social security is usually discharged in a Chapter 7 but how can I confirm it was.Social security was listed as a creditor>

W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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answered on Aug 12, 2023

Invariably, ime, bankruptcy courts enter an Order of general discharge that says little other than that the debtor is discharged from all "dischargeable claims". It will not specify whether any debt to the Social Security fund, or anyone else, has been discharged.

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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I want to file bankruptcy. But according to my lease, I would have to move. Is this legal im in NJ

It says If Tenant shall, (a) file for bankruptcy or for protection against Creditors under the laws of the United States or any state; (b) enter into an arrangement or composition amount creditors; or (c) have any insolvency or bankruptcy proceedings instituted against Tenant by a creditor; then... View More

Michael David Siegel
Michael David Siegel
answered on Jul 19, 2023

That is not how it works. You can assume your lease by agreeing to make payments going forward.

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Contracts for New Jersey on
Q: If I'm month to month in an apartment complex. Can the landlord still charge me for attorney fees?

We are in a process of eviction right now. We have been to court 2 times already. We owe less than 5 thousand dollars and are willing to pay it because we have kids and can't afford any where else at the moment. We haven't sign the lease because of the money we owe. So my question is, can... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jul 13, 2023

Attorney fees for what? Your narrative is missing some important facts.

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4 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I can’t find record of a consent judgment I have been making payments on when I do a judgment search. What can be reason

This judgment comes from a ch7 bankruptcy from 2 years ago which the creditor challenged in bankruptcy court and we agreed on a final number and payment plan which I have been making payments on. I did a search to see if my payments are recorded with court but the judgment isn’t even recorded it... View More

Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Jun 6, 2023

Your attorney should have a copy of same or it could be on the docket that the court maintains

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I included 3 judgements in my ch 7 which was discharged 2 years ago yet it still appears in judgment search. Why

I also am paying a separate judgment which doesn’t appear in any judgment search. Where can I find amount paid

Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Jun 6, 2023

Bankruptcy removes the financial liability for the Judgment, but not the Judgment in State Court records, which requires a special state court procedure for each Judgment. With modern technology, you can be represented by any high-quality attorney in New Jersey irrespective of geography.

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Adoption for New Jersey on
Q: Will filing bankruptcy affect the chances of adopting our foster child in NJ?

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Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 30, 2023

Unfortunately, it could. I’m not saying it will, but one of the factors the court looks at is the potential adopters finances and ability to provide a home and care for the child. Check this out with your adoption attorney, who is in the best position to give an opinion on this question.

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I am an American AND Italian citizen looking for information about Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the US. I live in Italy

We used to live in New Jersey with my wife and son until 2020. During Covid, we both lost our jobs and we were priced out from the US. We moved to Italy, to be close to our family during this time of need. Unfortunately, we have not recovered financially and we are now unable to pay our credit... View More

Michael David Siegel
Michael David Siegel
answered on Apr 17, 2023

There is no way to collect an American debt in Italy. Eventually, judgments will be entered in the USA. If you are never returning, there is no worry. If you come back, you can file bankruptcy then. With no jurisdiction in any American district, you cannot file bankruptcy here.

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4 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: am i relieved of wage garnishment when i file for chapter 7 bankruptcy
Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Mar 7, 2023

A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy will eliminate a wage garnishment unless it is for child or spousal support or if it was for something involving fraud or criminal conduct. With modern technology, you can be represented by any high-quality attorney in New Jersey irrespective of geography. Pick the best... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy and Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: I purchased a file from someone privately, paid the money, but never recieved my file, he ignored me and no refund,case?

I paid through paypal, he didnt send me a file for 48 hours so i filed a refund, he then proceeded to get annoyed and told me he was sending it, but i would need to cancel the refund, i was keen on getting the file and did so, ignored me again, and i lost my ability to refund through paypal

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 13, 2023

You’ve been scammed. Contact PayPal for instructions on how to handle.

3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I need help filing for bankruptcy

I just moved from Texas to New Jersey in the last two months and I’m not sure which state to file in and I am looking at a chapter 13 bankruptcy

Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Feb 5, 2023

One needs to be a resident for 180 days to file in the venue they reside.

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I need to stop a sheriff's sale & need to file bankruptcy. The attorney needs $2500 to do so. Is this reasonable?

Sale scheduled for 1/10/2023.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 4, 2023

Yes. If you file the bankruptcy, it will stop the sale of the property.

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Civil Litigation and Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I’m from NJ and am being taken to court for an old debt for rent. I was young at the time and unaware of what a co-signe

I was unaware what a co-signer was. I responded but the original signer did not. Would the court be able to put the full responsibility of the debt on me. I was just diagnosed with cancer and have no income while he does. Debt is from passaic county and I live in Passaic county. Court is in Morris... View More

Morris Leo Greb
Morris Leo Greb
answered on Sep 10, 2022

As a cosigner, you are fully responsible for the debt. Age or state of health is no defense. If a judgment is entered against you, it is a valid lien for 20 years. You may be able to have the debt discharged by filing in bankruptcy. Speak to an attorney with bankruptcy experience,

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: Can i get fired from my job in new jersey if i do have 2 wage garnishment?I hope not.
Karra Kingston
Karra Kingston
answered on Aug 12, 2022

No, they generally can’t fire you

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: Can a bankruptcy case Chapter 7 be discharged before the objection date ?

If a bankruptcy case was filed on 5/23/2022 had the meeting 06/23/2022 and objection deadline is Aug 22 2022 does that mean the case can be discharged if no objections come before Aug 22 2022 ? Or do you have to wait until Aug 22nd 2022 to know definitely if you been discharged ?

Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Jul 22, 2022

There cannot be any discharge ever, until all creditor objections are resolved. Nothing else would make sense. If you have 1 or more creditors objecting to your bankruptcy then you need to retain an experienced Bankruptcy attorney. With modern technology there are no geographical limits to prevent... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: Mortgage was in chapter 7 not discharged was carried to chapter 13. It is not showing up on my credit report.

Servicer says since it was in bankruptcy I am not liable for the debt but I signed a modification and have been paying for 3 years. So exactly what does that mean??

David Luther Woodward
David Luther Woodward
answered on Jul 6, 2022

I agree!

How long was your 13 plan and did you complete it?

Credit reports have little if anything to do with bankruptcy other than to report your filing--if they do. Credit report issues should be addressed with the reporting bureau

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6 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: Can a debtor collect on previous debt that was discharged?
Lloyd  Nolan
Lloyd Nolan
answered on Jun 21, 2022

No, that would be a violation of the debtor's discharge. 11 U.S. Code 524 (a) 2 provides that a Discharge operates as an injunction against the commencement or continuation of an action, employment of process, or an act to collect, recover or offset such debt as a personal liability of the... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Bankruptcy and Collections for New Jersey on
Q: Hi, I have about $100k in business credit card debt(a total of 11 credit cards). I am the personal guarantee for all

of them. All cards are current and I am still making payments, but not getting no where with the interest rates.

Can I negotiate with the banks for a lower amount?

How will this impact my personal credit and my business credit (Dun & Bradstreet)? If I am not able to satisfy the... View More

W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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W. J. Winterstein Jr.
answered on Jun 16, 2022

If your credit accounts are current, of course you can approach the credit card issuers with a request for a lower interest rate, but your chances of success are dim when the Fed is raising rates steeply toward a tentative goal of 5.5% by year's end (that's the prime rate, and most credit... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: My bank account was levied, if I put more money in, can they take it again?
W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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W. J. Winterstein Jr.
answered on May 2, 2022

I agree that a garnishment/levy on your bank account is continuing, so adding deposits to that account is NOT a good idea.

Open a deposit account at some other financial institution. Would be smart to open an account at a Delaware bank/credit union. A NJ judgment doesn't have effect...
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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: I am in Chapter 13 bankruptcy and have 9 months left on the repayment plan.

I am in Chapter 13 bankruptcy and have 9 months left on the repayment plan. I just got a letter from my servicer saying, Payment balance $170,000+ , is that what I owe for the last 9 months or is it what I owe on my mortgage payments. It has me confused. The court said, if I paid my mortgage and... View More

Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Mar 6, 2022

If you have an attorney, you need to direct all your questions to your attorney. If you do not have an attorney, you should really retain one. This is not something to try to handle on your own. If you need to retain an attorney, with the Court operating remotely using modern technology and... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for New Jersey on
Q: Chapter 13 and adding on fees !

I have been in Chapter 13 bankruptcy for four years and two months. I haven’t missed a payment on my mortgage or Trustee. My loan was for $210,000. My mortgage was sold and I received a letter saying that I owe $170,000 on my loan which has to be a mistake. Then they are saying, I owe $16,000 on... View More

Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Mar 5, 2022

If you are 4 + years into your BK, please go.speak with your counsel.and have him review the POC and ask for a post petition payment history. That should get a good handle on the situation

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