Of course. That's why a person becomes a guarantor -- to satisfy the corporation's debts if the corporation is unable to do so.
Yes. S-Corporation status does not change a corporation's liability to suits.
Absolutely yes. It happens to someone everyday.
Corporations may be sued by any business, including other corporations. They may also be sued by individuals or groups of persons.
Yes, but you have to file listing ALL your debts, not just the one you are being sued for.
A corporation isn't an organism; therefore, it doesn't have a life. An organization is an entity, which can be sued and has the ability to make money.
This is known as "legal personality" or "corporate personhood," which allows a corporation to enter into contracts, own assets, incur liabilities, and take legal action in its own name. This separate legal entity status provides protection to shareholders from being personally liable for the corporation's debts and obligations.
They can, and it is your job to bring attention to it and they can be sued.
In general, you are not responsible for your spouse's debts that were incurred before you were married. However, there may be exceptions depending on the laws in your state and if you live in a community property state where joint assets could be at risk. It is advisable to consult with a legal professional for specific guidance on your situation.
Your will lose your ability to pull credit for years, your accounts will go into collections, you can be sued for the debts, and/or you can wait 7 years for the debts to come off your credit report. If you have a judgement because you were sued, then it is likely that the debt will stay with you for 10 years +. Moral of the story, do the responsible thing and pay the debts off, even if it takes a long time to do so.
It depends what country you are in and the laws relating to debts. In South Africa if your creditor has not pursued you for 2 years a debt becomes "proscribed" and you cannot be pursued any further.
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