Unfortunately, no. For all co-signed debts, both signers are liable for repayment of the debt. When one party has their obligation discharged by bankruptcy, the remaining debtor becomes 100% liable for repayment of the balance.
yes, unless the co-signer claims bankruptcy
In general, court settlements can be discharged through bankruptcy, but it depends on the nature of the settlement and the bankruptcy type filed. For example, debts resulting from personal injury claims or fraud may not be dischargeable in bankruptcy. It's essential to consult with a bankruptcy attorney to understand how specific settlements and claims are treated under bankruptcy law.
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.
Bankruptcy is the filing of a petition that claims your assets, and your inability to pay for them. Bankruptcy severely effects your credit, and is present on your credit for 7 years. During this time getting credit cards or loans can be very difficult.
A stockholder should receive payment only after the claims of the creditors have been paid off if that company declares bankruptcy.
yes, unless the co-signer claims bankruptcy
Unpaid employees are priority unsecured bankruptcy claims up to approximately 10,000.
Yes, for Breach of contract.
In general, court settlements can be discharged through bankruptcy, but it depends on the nature of the settlement and the bankruptcy type filed. For example, debts resulting from personal injury claims or fraud may not be dischargeable in bankruptcy. It's essential to consult with a bankruptcy attorney to understand how specific settlements and claims are treated under bankruptcy law.
If you made the payment, yes.
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.
You might talk to a lawyer and settle it in small claims court.
The cosigner has the same legal obligations to repay the debt as does the primary borrower. If the primary borrower defaults, the lender can begin proceedings to collect the full amount owed plus applicable fees from the cosigner. A cosigner can be sued just as can the primary borrower. And if the primary borrower claims bankrutpcy, the cosigner will still get "stuck" with the debt. The credit report of the cosigner will be equally affected, either in a positive or negative way, depending upon the circumstances.
Yes. You have a legal right to sue to recover what is owed.
There is no timeframe. Some take years. Some creditors can file suit in the bankruptcy court to protect claims if need be. This is normally used on items such as cars that go down in value over time and are secured claims.
Bankruptcy is the filing of a petition that claims your assets, and your inability to pay for them. Bankruptcy severely effects your credit, and is present on your credit for 7 years. During this time getting credit cards or loans can be very difficult.
A stockholder should receive payment only after the claims of the creditors have been paid off if that company declares bankruptcy.