Legal Question in Bankruptcy in California
Bankruptcy and wage garnishment
What is the law on stoping wage garnishment once you have filed with the court for bankruptcy, chapter 7?
Asked on 2/21/08, 12:41 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert F. Cohen
Law Office of Robert F. Cohen
Re: Bankruptcy and wage garnishment
Creditors are prohibited from collecting during BK. You fax (or return receipt mail) a copy of the bankruptcy notice to your employer and the sheriff's office on the wage levy notice, with a letter telling them to stop the wage levy because of your bankruptcy.
Answered on 2/21/08, 2:48 pm
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