Sometimes. Many creditors will allow you to charge off an account, which is to pay a sum of money less than the debt. It's not good for your credit score, but it will satisfy and close out the debt.
AnswerMore than likely if a creditor has a judgment out for you, you have lost your chance to negotiate. You should have negotiated before it was taken to court you may have had a better opportunity to settle the debt. Now you have the courts involved and they will ensure the fact that the creditor gets theirs money.How old is the debt?
A little clarification, once the judgment has been entered the court will not assist the judgment creditor in collecting monies owed.
It is a misconception that not paying a judgment is an act of contempt of a court order, it is not and the consumer cannot be held accountable to the court for the non payment of such.
Some creditors will negotiate on a judgment if they believe that there is no way to excecute it in a timely and uncomplicated way.
If however, the creditor can execute the judgment as a wage garnishment or bank account levy it is highly unlikely they would be willing to negotiate a settlement.
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That's at the discretion of the party who won the lawsuit and had the judgment enforced. In general creditors are only open to a settlement/payment agreement before a lawsuit is undertaken.
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can your attorney agree to a settlement in a civil suit without your consent
Generally, a settlement cannot be seized for support without a court order. In most jurisdictions, creditors or parties seeking support must obtain a legal judgment that allows them to collect from a debtor's assets, including settlement funds. However, laws can vary by state, so it's important to consult legal counsel for specific situations.
Yes. California allows income garnishment by judgment creditors. The law also allows a judgment creditor to place a lien on real property owned by the judgment debtor. Generally the homestead exemption will protect a primary residence from a forced sale for debt owed. Judgment creditors rarely request a forced sale of a primary residence because it is a complicated and lengthy process and is seldom profitable enough for implementation.
Each state has different laws on what assets can be protected from judgment creditors.
Yes, after a judgment has been granted against you
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Yes, Florida allows wage garnishment by a judgment creditor.
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In California, being disabled does not automatically make you judgment proof. Judgment proof generally refers to a situation where a debtor has no assets or income that can be seized to satisfy a court judgment. While certain benefits and income from disability may be protected from creditors, it ultimately depends on your specific financial situation. If you have no income or assets that creditors can pursue, you may be considered judgment proof, but this status can vary based on individual circumstances.