Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Illinois
credit card debt
can a credit card company be awarded a judgement to put a lien against your home or garnishment of wages?
Asked on 8/07/07, 11:19 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Terrance Leeders
Leeders Law
Re: credit card debt
Yes, if the creditor sues you, they can record a lien against your home for the balance. They then can garnish your wages, normally up to 15% of your check to pay back the debt. A bankruptcy can prevent this,so contact me if you would like further info.
Answered on 8/07/07, 11:36 am
Related Questions & Answers
-
Bankruptcy I recently lost my job making $21.50 an hour working at Toyota in... Asked 8/01/07, 8:01 pm in United States Illinois Bankruptcy Law
-
Foreclosure and Bankruptcy - Prison Inmate Can an inmate file bankruptcy from... Asked 7/26/07, 1:35 pm in United States Illinois Bankruptcy Law
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
