Debt Doesn’t Just Disappear

Debt collector phone calls and collection letters in the mail are never welcome yet must be dealt with all the same. For some, ignoring their debt is a direct result of not having the money to pay the debt. But know this: ignoring debt collectors will never remedy the situation. In fact, it could make it […]

Telltale Signs It’s Time to File for Bankruptcy

Telltale Signs It's Time to File for Bankruptcy -- LEE LEGAL -- DC VA MD Bankruptcy Lawyer

Living in a state of debt has become the accepted way of life for many. Although bankruptcy has become far more common than it was decades ago, it still intimidates many Americans who are in a situation where filing may be best. You should consider filing bankruptcy when what you owe exceeds what you can […]

Lee Legal Can Diagnose Your Financial Condition

Lee Legal Can Diagnose Your Financial Condition

If you have a medical problem, seek advice from a doctor. If you have an architectural problem, seek advice from an engineer. But if you have a financial problem, you should seek the advice of an attorney. Lee Legal can diagnose your financial condition. Every client receives a free consultation. Debt Collection. If you have […]

Get a Second Chance at Life with Bankruptcy

Dealing with unmanageable debts can completely take over your life. You don’t get that many opportunities in life to start over. But you can get a second chance at life with bankruptcy. Worrying about losing your car or home can keep you up at night. And debt collectors can make you afraid to answer your phone. […]

When Should You File for Bankruptcy?

If you’ve been holding off filing bankruptcy, there are some clear indicators of when you should actually throw in the towel. When should you file for bankruptcy? Lee Legal offers free consultations to both businesses and individuals who are weighing their options. When Should You File for Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is not appropriate for every situation. […]

Why You Should Always Fight a Credit Card Lawsuit

Debt Settlement--Why You Should Always Fight a Credit Card Lawsuit

When you are sued for an unpaid debt, usually it is not the original creditor who is filing the action against you. Instead, the creditor has likely sold the debt to a collector for pennies on the dollar. Debt collectors file hundreds or even thousands of lawsuits on a monthly basis with the hope that […]

How Do I Stop a Garnishment?

How Do I Stop Garnishment?

Garnishment (or “attachment”) is a last-ditch effort at debt collection, a tool of last resort for creditors. When you default on a debt, and the creditor is unsuccessful in recovering on the debt, a judgment may be issued against you to garnish property, bank accounts, or wages. Garnishment can often severely impact your monthly finances, and […]

When to Consider Filing Bankruptcy

In most cases, the very last thing any person wants to do is to consider filing bankruptcy. In many cases, an average person will wait two years longer than he or she should have to file bankruptcy. Don’t rearrange the deck furniture on the Titanic. Instead, realize it may be time to jump ship. You may […]

Can a Creditor Garnish a Paycheck or Bank Account?

Can a Creditor Garnish a Paycheck or Bank Account?

A creditor who has obtained a judgment against you can garnish a paycheck or bank account, or both. The creditor must file garnishment affidavit at your bank, at which point the bank will pay that creditor whatever amount is available in your account, up to the amount of the judgment. A creditor will drain your […]