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Filing bankruptcy creates an "automatic stay" which is a court order stopping most efforts to collect a debt, including lawsuits. Whether or not you are eligible for a discharge of the particular debt depends on the type of claim filed against you. Certain debts are not dischargeable. The decision to file bankruptcy and which type of bankrupty to file should be made after consultation with a qualified attorney. You must another an number of factors into consideration such as the amount of your dischargeable debt, value of your assets, income and expenses.
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∙ 12y agoBK generally won't discharge a judgment from a lawsuit filed before the filing of the BK.
A sttlement may be a different story...but if you settled today and went BK within the next few years at least, it would probably be exempt from BK discharge, or even reopened, as something done in anticipation of BK...and as it may seem you tried to use/trick the courts and law into getting you out of your legal obligations and responsibilities, not be looked at too well.
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∙ 12y agoYes, but if you caused the injury due to an intentional tort or drunk driving, then the creditor can file a motion of non-dischargeability, meaning you would still owe the money. If the p.i. was only based on negligence, then the judgment IS dischargeable.
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∙ 12y agoI think yes there are chances that person can be sued in a civil law suit because filing bankruptcy is such a process that it remains it in your name for at least for 10 years.and it affect on all ways to your life.
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∙ 12y agoTo avoid paying the judgment??? No. Court-ordered judgments are not discharged in bankruptcy.
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Is it possible for an ex-convict to file a libel suit?
Yes. A criminal history does not a prevent a person from filing a law suit.
Can a debt collector still collect your debt if you file chapter 13?
No they cannot, as long as you included them in your bankruptcy. They would be in violation of Federal Law, and liable to suit and possible penalty from the bankruptcy court. The bankruptcy attorney, or the trustee should be notified about any collections on a bankruptcy account.
Can you file personal bankruptcy and get a law license?
Yes
Can a person with a PA Gaming License File For bankruptcy?
Yes, a person with a PA Gaming License can file for bankruptcy. However, it is important to consult with an attorney who specializes in bankruptcy law and understands the specific regulations and requirements for individuals holding gaming licenses. Filing for bankruptcy may have consequences on the license status, so it is crucial to seek professional legal advice.
Can you file bankruptcy for your mother who lives out of state?
The person filing must do it, or their lawyer. State is unimportant an it is a FEDERAL law and court that handles BKs.
If you are a landholder on a home and the person files bankruptcy will they be able to include the debt they owe you into the bankruptcy?
They can include it, but the creditor/landholder can file a relief of stay to have the debt excluded from being discharged in the bankruptcy. The decision of what debts are to be discharged are determined by state and/or federal law and the bankruptcy judge.
What are the basics of bankruptcy law?
Bankruptcy law is when a judge declears that you have the inablity or impairment to pay a debt.creditors may file an involintary bankrupcy to reclaim some of their debt.
What are reasons that one would need to visit a bankruptcy law office?
One reason that one would need to visit a bankruptcy law office is in order to file for bankruptcy. Bankruptcy law helps by giving a "fresh start" for the honest, unfortunate debtors out there.
You have lead posion can you file a law suit?
My child has lead can't I file a lawsuit
Why cant a person who lost a law suit resubmit his law suit to another court on the some level?
There needs to be finality. Otherwise, there would be no such thing as a winner or a loser. However, the individual may, upon meritorious grounds, file an appeal. The court system would become so overloaded that no one would be able to file a new suit.
Can you bring a law suit against an estate?
The same way you bring any law suit. File the lawsuit and name the estate as the defendant.
Which law firms specialize in bankruptcy protection?
Fuller, McKay, Bournakis, & Mitchell Law Firm specializes in bankruptcy protection. Another law firm is the Scott Law Group. There are also many more law firms out there that can help. Look around your location for one that can meet with you in person.
