GOLDBACH LAW BLOG
Learn more about bankruptcy law, debt collection, and more. Free tips and checklists to help you better plan and manage your bankruptcy decision.
Unlawful/Wrongful Termination
What is “Wrongful Termination”? The term “wrongful termination” is the generic name for a type of lawsuit in which an individual sues an employer for terminating his or her employment in violation of state or federal law. California law provides that either an...
Chapter 7 Process
The following is a chronological summary of the Chapter 7 bankruptcy process, the events which occur in a Chapter 7 case, and the time periods at which these events occur. OFFICE INTERVIEW WITH ATTORNEY The first step for most debtors is to consult an attorney. The...
You can cure mortgage arrears through your Chapter 13 bankruptcy repayment plan.
If you are behind on your mortgage, you can catch up on your missed payments by filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. In fact, one of the primary reasons many people file for Chapter 13 is to cure their mortgage default and save their home. Read on to learn more about how...
Whittier Wage Garnishment Attorney
WHITTIER WAGE GARNISHMENT LAWYER WHAT IS WAGE GARNISHMENT? Wage garnishment is a court or government agency order that an individual's employer may receive. The order forces an employer to withhold a part of an employee's paycheck in order to repay creditors. Each...
Should I File For Bankruptcy
INTRODUCTION Many people have turned to bankruptcy as a solution to their financial situation. Whether to stop a foreclosure on a house, a repossession of a car or a wage garnishment, bankruptcy can provide a fresh start and allow you to rebuild your credit and get...
Credit Card Debt Judgments and Garnished Wages
Ignoring outstanding credit card debt can take a bite out of your paycheck or bank account. Garnishment, a last-ditch effort at debt collection, hits debtors where it hurts: their ability to pay the bills, fill the gas tank and feed their families. When facing credit...
What A Bankruptcy Typically Costs
What bankruptcy costs The cost of filing for bankruptcy is more than just the filing fee. There are fees for: mandatory pre-filing credit counseling mandatory debt management 'education' advice and information to help you decide whether to file preparing your forms...
What Kind of Bankruptcy Do You Qualify For
What kind of bankruptcy do you qualify for? California Median Income If your average monthly income for the past six months is below the state median for your size household, you meet the requirements of the "means test" (section 707(b)(2) of the bankruptcy code) to...
In California Can I Sue My Employer For Wrongful Termination
If you have been terminated by your employer for an illegal reason or in breach of an employment contract, you can sue for wrongful termination. An illegal reason or breach of contract is required because most employment in California is on an "at will" basis by law....
