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Can a garnishment of wages be collected after 7 years in Virginia?
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A lawyer is trying to garnish my wages for a reposession from 3 years ago. Can he do that?
You should contact an attorney to determine whether or not the garnishment is legal or not. Typically repossessions and foreclosures do not have garnishments afterwards.
How long is a garnishment valid in Florida?
In Florida, a garnishment is valid for up to 20 years. This means that creditors can collect payment through wage garnishment or bank account levy for a period of 20 years after obtaining a judgment against a debtor.
Can credit card companies garnish wages for unsecured debt in Texas?
Not that I'm aware of, the credit card companies may tell you they can to collect a debt and if YOU AGREE to wage garnishment. They can take you to court on a judgment, which either you settle with them at court, or if you don't show at court impose a judgment that will attach a lien to any assets for ten years. I'm understanding that wage garnishment can only be Government (ie. IRS) and Child Support Agencies. Statues of limitations in Texas for credit card collection is four years. You can ask your employer about the rules on wage garnishment for clarification.
Garnishment was stopped two years later they are saying garnishment will start again is it legal?
Yes, it is legal. for garnishment to even occur, the lender obtained a judgment. That judgment, once given, is valid and enforceable for ten years from the date of the judgment. Additionally, if the debt remains unpaid over that ten years, the lender can petition the court for an additional ten years.
How long does a garnishment stay on the a credit report?
Type your answer here... seven years
Can another US state garnish wages on a Texas employee?
My fiance is currently having his wages garnished from Washington State while he is employeed in the State of Texas. He isn't employeed by the State but with a private business in Texas. He lived and worked in Washington State for about 10 years with the garnishment pending before action was taken. If you can get it paid off before they start taking it, that's the way to go.
Would a cell phone company try to garnish your wages for a 1200 bill that has been owed for about three years?
Maybe. Often consumers believe if it has been a couple of years since they have heard from a creditor,the matter is closed. This is not true. As long as the SOL has not expired, any creditor can sue for wage garnishment or other type of judgments to recover money owed.
How have average wages in the US changed in the last 20 years?
The average wages in the United States have gone up in the last 20 years. This is because the cost of living has gone up.
Can Household Bank Card garnish wages for an unsecured debt from 3 years ago?
Yes, if they follow the proper legal steps. These steps would begin with a lawsuit. If Household won the case and got a judgment against you, the statute of limitations, and their remedies for collecting (including wage garnishment)would be established by your state's laws.
Why have average wages not increased substantially in the last 20 yeras?
The average wages has not increased substantially in the last 20 years because of politicians. It is up to the politicians to make the wages higher.
Is there a way to settle garnishment after 4 years?
It may be possible to negotiate a settlement with the creditor after 4 years of garnishment, but it would depend on the specific circumstances and the creditor's willingness to cooperate. You may want to seek advice from a legal professional experienced in debt relief to explore your options.
Can I pay wages in alternate years?
You can pay wages whenever you please --- just be sure your employees agree with your method of payment. If you can find employees who will allow you to pay them once every 20 years, then do that!
