Legal Blog about Bankruptcy in Oregon
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What can I do to stop an Oregon Wage Garnishment?
The first step is to pick up the phone. Every garnishment issued in Oregon will have the name of the creditor and a phone number to call. Call them up

Is there a difference between an Oregon Wage Garnishment and an Oregon Bank Garnishment?
Yes. On Oregon wage garnishment can last for up to 90 days and while active your employer is required to take a portion of your earnings and send it to

Why wasn’t I notified of this garnishment?
Under Oregon law, a creditor garnishing your wages must provide you a copy of the garnishment but not in advance of delivering the garnishment to your employer or payroll service.

Can I be subject to more than one Oregon Wage Garnishment?
Maybe. If one of the garnishments is from a state or federal taxing agency, or a Court order, then you may be subject to more than one garnishment. However, generally

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The American Institute of Bankruptcy Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of Oregon’s Attorney Michael D. O’Brien as Five Years 10 Best Bankruptcy Attorney for Client Satisfaction. The American Institute

Do I make too much money to file for bankruptcy?
It should come as no surprise that income matters when considering bankruptcy. Yes, it is possible to make too much money to file bankruptcy. Every bankruptcy filing must be made