Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

Unlawful Detainer

Can a judgement be reversed due to financial distress? i.e. husbands illness/death created alot of debt and I could no longer pay rent and am moving but have a judgement for over $7K. Should I file a BK?


Asked on 1/18/08, 12:36 am

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Robert L. Bennett Law offices of Robert L. Bennett

Re: Unlawful Detainer

Mr. McCoy has given you an excellent answer.

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Answered on 1/21/08, 3:22 pm
Robert L. Bennett Law offices of Robert L. Bennett

Re: Unlawful Detainer

Mr. McCoy has given you an excellent answer.

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Answered on 1/21/08, 3:22 pm
Robert Mccoy Law Office Of Robert McCoy

Re: Unlawful Detainer

No, a judgment cannot be reduced due to financial distress. Should you file bankruptcy over a $7,000 debt? Probably not. But if your debt is substantial, like over $20,000, bankruptcy may be the best option for you.

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Answered on 1/18/08, 3:35 pm


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