Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Michigan

extreme debt caused by court adverse decision

MI law (statute 600.2961)requires ''prevailing party'' be awarded attorney fees and court costs. I sued a co. for not paying commissions on business I brought to them in a verbal agreement.I did not prevail.

Consequently, I am obliged to pay for costs outrageously beyond my means.

Currently I am up to date on all my bills and my credit report is excellent, however my net worth is slightly above zero.

Is ch7 my best option ? or are there other legal areas available ?

Thank you for any council you can provide. My current attorney feels his obligation to me has ended.


Asked on 1/24/01, 3:15 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Don Darnell Darnell & Lulgjuraj, P.C.

Re: extreme debt caused by court adverse decision

It is difficult to tell if a chapter 7 would be appropriate without full analysis of your assets and liabilities. The debt that you mention is dischargable in a chapter 7. You will need to consult a bankruptcy attorney in your area to determine which chapter, if any, would be appropriate. If you are in the tri-county area I would be available to speak with you in this regard.

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Answered on 3/11/01, 8:20 pm


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