Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
Protecting assets
how do I protect my savings and real estate if I am being sued?
Asked on 5/06/06, 1:01 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
Re: Protecting assets
1. Buy insurance in advance of a loss.
2. Go bankrupt.
3. Get a good lawyer to defend you.
Answered on 5/16/06, 5:14 pm
Robert F. Cohen
Law Office of Robert F. Cohen
Re: Protecting assets
Mr. Stone presumed you don't have insurance. If being sued as an employee and the suit relates to work, tender the suit to your employer. If it relates to a homeowners matter, you should tender it to your insurance carrier.
Answered on 5/16/06, 6:02 pm
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Re: Protecting assets
By defending yourself against a judgment. Any major transfer of assets after you are sued could be viewed as fraud and recovered. If the suit is for enough money to worry you about your real estate, then you better consult an attorney about your defenses and settlement potential.
Answered on 5/16/06, 6:06 pm