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Can a person file for bankruptcy to avoid paying small claims court?
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∙ 12y ago
Probably, assuming they are actually bankrupt. If they are not actually bankrupt, then the automatic stay will delay the small claims court for a while, but the person who filed for bankruptcy is going to end up in even more hot water with the bankruptcy court.
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Do online credit checks help you avoid bankruptcy?
Yes online credit checks help you avoid bankruptcy. You can check it online and make sure everything is 100% accurate.
What are a few tips to increase a person's credit report rating?
There are many tips to increase a person's credit report rating. Some of them are pay their bill on time, keep the credit card balance low, avoid access inquiries,avoid bankruptcy and many more.
Can a personal representative on an estate file bankruptcy on behalf of the estate or on behalf of the deceased to avoid paying back taxes?
Estates do not go bankrupt. The assets are inventoried and valued and the debts are listed. The executor proposes a settlement to the court. If it is accepted, the estate is closed.
Is it better or worse for your credit to let the bank foreclose on a mortgage of a second property while facing bankruptcy?
A foreclosure or bankruptcy is never good for your credit, this is something you'd be better off discussing with an attorney. You can avoid foreclosure by filing bankruptcy.
Can a trustee reverse a bankruptcy that has been discharged?
It is rare but there is a provision in the bankruptcy code that allows it. Generally, there was some willful untruthfulness in your bankruptcy schedules. I always tell my clients to be completely honest on their schedules to avoid this potential problem. You need to talk to your attorney immediately if this is a possibility.
How can you claim bankruptcy to avoid paying bills?
In order to claim bankruptcy a court has to issue a bankruptcy order against you. The best place to find information about bankruptcy and the whole process of declaring bankruptcy is the official government website.
What do you call a person who hides on a ship to avoid paying a fare?
A person who hides on a ship to avoid paying a fare is called a stow away.
What are some last resort steps to fight forbearance?
Paying your bills would help a person avoid forbearance. Forbearance would be better than avoiding creditors and eventually having to file for bankruptcy.
Is there any way to avoid paying sales tax on a lower priced new vehicle when the old higher priced vehicle was surrendered during bankruptcy?
No. Bankruptcy has no impact on your duty to pay sales tax are purchases made after you file for bankruptcy.
Can a person avoid civil lawsuit with bankruptcy in Pennsylvania?
Not enough information to answer. Avoid WHAT KIND of civil lawsuit? General answer would have to be - NO.
Can you avoid tax evasion by filing bankrupt?
No! Most definitely not. Bankruptcy is not an allowable defense against a charge of income tax evasion. However, if what you meant to say is whether or not you can avoid paying delinquent taxes through the filing of a bankruptcy petition then the answer becomes yes, with certain limitations and rules.
Can you avoid criminal charges by filing bankruptcy?
No. Bankruptcy is a civil act.
Stable money management skills can help avoid bankruptcy what else can help avoid bankruptcy?
To help avoid bankruptcy one must remain aware of their debts and obligations. To further help avoid bankruptcy one should seek stable employment to ensure they have a consistent stream of income available to handle their needs.
Does bankruptcy avoid a defieincy judgment?
yes it does
Could you avoid paying Brighthouse if you move house?
can you avoid paying bright house if you move home
If your lawyer fails to file a motion to avoid a property lien during the bankruptcy hearing can this be fixed?
Yes. You or your attorney will need to file a motion to reopen the bankruptcy. Once the bankruptcy has been reopened, you can file your motion to avoid the lien.
Language spoken in wales and is also to avoid paying your debt?
The language spoken in Wales is Welsh. To avoid paying a debt is known as "doing a runner" or "skipping town", where a person leaves without settling what they owe.
