Maybe. Federal or state law determines the percentage of wage garnishment.
Under federal law the maximum garnishment is 25% or 30 x minimum wage/$382.50 with the first $217.50 of disposable income being exempt.
If the state where the garnishee resides has a garnishment percentage less than the federal allowance, (many do), that will be the maximum amount subject to garnishment.
can a bill collector check to see if I'm being garnished and if I am, can they garnish me to or do they have to wait until the first one is finished?
Yes, the information will be on the debtor's credit report.
Yes, in Missouri, wages can be garnished for unpaid medical bills if a creditor obtains a court judgment against you. Once they have a judgment, they can file for a wage garnishment to collect the owed amount directly from your paycheck. However, certain protections and limits apply to the amount that can be garnished, so it's advisable to consult legal assistance if facing this situation.
It is unclear what is meant by "GI Bill" but a military retirement pension or disability award can be garnished for child support.
can my disabilty be garnished for past due phone bill can my disabilty be garnished for past due phone bill
Is it an overpayment or how much was paid on medical bill
Yes I have been garnish twice every pay 1 fron student loan and one from a utility bill.
Yes it could
Wages cannot simply be garnished by an individual, they can only be garnished with the approval of a judge by court order.
Yes, you may still be responsible for paying a medical bill from 2 years ago, as medical bills typically have a statute of limitations of several years. It is important to check with your healthcare provider or insurance company to understand your specific situation and any potential consequences of not paying the bill.
too much, the average medical bill is too much!
It is very unlikely that one will go to jail on a past due jewelry bill. You may have your wages garnished if you go without paying the bill for too long of a time.