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What Is a Judgment?

Credit Corp

A judgment is an order issued by a judge or jury to settle a lawsuit. This decision details the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of each party. In this case, the judge may order you to pay the other party as part of the court’s final judgment. These terms are laid out in the final judgment.

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What Can I Keep if I File For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

Filing for bankruptcy can provide you with a much-needed second chance when it comes to your finances. However, the process of going through Chapter 7 can be complicated and stressful to ensure you can keep what you need to continue living your life even after bankruptcy. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

Bankruptcy may appear to be a scary process, but it does not have to be. Dray Legal Office’s attorneys will endeavor to help you obtain a fresh start by eliminating debt and reorganizing your finances. We at Dray Legal Office are well aware of the enormous stress that financial difficulties may cause.

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CFPB Reaches Settlement With Debt Collector Over Deceptive Practices

Collection Industry News

However, the Bureau alleges that the Agency did not have the requisite licenses necessary under state law to threaten to sue, sue and collect on judgments in three states — New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. Further, the Agency is subject to a civil money penalty of $204,000 to be paid to the Bureau.

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A Debtor’s Silence May Waive its Right to Enforce its Rights?under a Confirmed Plan of Reorganization

ABI

American Bankruptcy Institute Law Review , Staff Member. In a debtor/creditor relationship, a debtor may explicitly, or implicitly, waive their rights. 2] The judgments were then recorded as judgment liens on property owned by the Debtor (the “Artesian Property”).” [3] John’s University School of Law. and any creditor.

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Medical Debt Collection Harms Patient Finances

Collection Industry News

Medical debt collection, a complex process and significant cause of personal bankruptcy, is receiving renewed attention because of the financial challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The average person has no understanding of what their legal rights are,” said Bobby Peterson, executive director of ABC for Health. Bobby Peterson.

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ACRAnet on My Credit Report

Better Credit Blog

In either case, you’re within your legal rights to seek validation for any inquiries on your report. They deal with more than just hard inquiries, too, helping people to rebuild their credit in the aftermath of: Bankruptcy. Dispute the Inquiry with ACRAnet and the Bureaus. In other instances, identity fraud is to blame.

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