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Help! Someone is trying to Garnish my wages

Help! Someone is trying to Garnish my wages

by | Apr 11, 2024 | Consumer

What is Garnishment? A garnishment is the withholding of your wages to pay a debt or, it is the withholding of property held by a third party, like a bank account. A creditor can only try to withhold or garnish your wages if they have a valid judgment against you. How...
Trouble With Collection Agencies Harassing You?

Trouble With Collection Agencies Harassing You?

by | Apr 11, 2024 | Consumer

Consider Using The Protection Of The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act if you are having trouble with Collection Agencies harassing you. What Is The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)? • The FDCPA protects debtors who are contacted by collection agencies; it...
Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court

by | Apr 11, 2024 | Consumer

What is Small Claims Court? Small Claims Court is a straightforward way for you or your business to solve legal problems without needing a lawyer. It’s for cases where the amount involved is $15,000 or less, and the issue happened within the last six years. You can...