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Wage Garnishment and Bankruptcy

Wage Garnishment and Bankruptcy   When people consider filing for bankruptcy, it is usually after their creditors start hounding them to repay outstanding debts. The debts might be too much for the individual to handle, and so the individual fails to make payments. This forces the creditor to seek legal action. One way that creditors try to recover outstanding debts is to obtain a wage garnishment order against the debtor.   How Does Wage Garnishment Work?   A wage garnishment is when your creditor obtains a wage garnishment order, sometimes also called a wage attachment or wage withholding, against you...

Common Mistakes Made By Those Filing Bankruptcy

Many people who file for bankruptcy are first-time filers. They are unfamiliar with bankruptcy law, are overwhelmed by their debts and creditors, and are prone to make mistakes when it comes to their bankruptcy. It is important to consult with an experienced bankruptcy lawyer at the outset of your bankruptcy so that you can avoid making common mistakes that can jeopardize the outcome of your bankruptcy proceeding. Below are several common mistakes people make as they go into bankruptcy.   Not hiring a bankruptcy lawyer when you really need one. While there is no obligation that you hire a bankruptcy...