The goal of consumer bankruptcy is almost always the bankruptcy discharge. But a discharge can be denied for many reasons, most of which involve fraud or mismanagement of your property, financial records, or the bankruptcy process itself.

Think you're judgment proof? Creditors may obtain a judgment against you to try to come after your property if and when you become solvent again.

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Wage garnishment is one way creditors can collect debts without your help — they just go straight to your employer. What are your rights in regards to wage garnishment in California? How long does it take to garnish wages after judgment, and who can garnish wages? Stop wage garnishment today by filing for bankruptcy.

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