If you’re behind on payments for some of your assets and have accumulated debt, you may have received an unpleasant and scary notice from a New York City Marshal saying that your wages are about to be garnished. Instead of becoming overwhelmed with worry, respond proactively by contacting a New York bankruptcy attorney who can help you. There are several ways in which the garnishment of wages can be stopped in the state of New York. A skilled New York bankruptcy or debt defense attorney can answer any questions you may have about the garnishment process and about how to intervene to stop it. You need the wages from your job to take care of your daily expenses like groceries and rent, so the smart thing to do is to consult with a legal professional who understands this process and how it works.
A Debt Defense Attorney Can Help
If you’re in a large amount of debt, you may wish to consider filing for bankruptcy as an option to stop a wage garnishment if this has occurred. Depending upon the type of bankruptcy you file, this may even discharge your debt. However, bankruptcy is not the only way that a garnishment can be stopped. A debt defense attorney can also file what is called a motion to show cause to vacate judgment in court to invalidate the garnishment. If there is a good basis for this motion or order, this may be all it takes, at least for now, to stop the garnishment. If it is not, then filing for bankruptcy may become necessary. In any case, an experienced debt defense attorney can evaluate your unique case to create a sound defense for you and can then file any needed motions.
Call to Schedule a Free Consultation With a New York State Debt Defense Attorney Today
If you have been notified of a wage garnishment, call to schedule a free consultation with a Long Island bankruptcy lawyer today. At the Law Offices of Scott R. Schneider, we will use our knowledge and experience to help you protect your hard-earned money and find a solution to your debt problems. We serve the cities of Long Island, Melville, Lindenhurst and surrounding Nassau and Suffolk County communities. Visit our website at https://nassaubankruptcyattorney.com or call us at (516) 433-1555. We’re here for you with legal advice you can trust.
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