Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Ohio

Wage garnishment and bankruptcy

My wages are being garnished and I have recently filed for bankruptcy. My payroll department was not informed in time for my most recent pay to reflect the change. Would I be refunded the amount that has been garnished for this pay period?


Asked on 7/10/08, 9:13 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Howard Levy Voorhees & Levy LLC

Re: Wage garnishment and bankruptcy

Creditor collections must stop after the bankruptcy is filed. If the money has already been paid over to the creditor, they would need to return the funds to you.

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Answered on 7/10/08, 5:58 pm


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