Carlos Lastra, co-chair of our Family Law practice, says the coronavirus is wreaking havoc on divorced and blended families. Here is a Q&A on the challenges of COVID-19 on divorced and blended families and what couples can do to co-exist. He recently appeared on Great Day Washington discussing this very topic.
Collections lawsuit filed
I was just served with a civil suit in Los Angeles Superior Court from a credit card company for $11,000. I understand there is a way I can get it into artibration, which will allow more time for me to try to settle the suit. Are there any ways I can respond to this lawsuit myself, or there self-help legal centers that deal with these kinds of matters?
bankruptcy
When filing bankruptcy, can you include a debt for car loan, medical bills and credit report? What other items can be included when filing bankruptcy? There are 2 kinds of bankruptcy, right?