Wage Garnishment

Creditors have many ways to collect on an unpaid debt, and one of the most common methods is through the use of wage garnishment. Many people live paycheck to paycheck and cannot afford to have a portion of their pay taken away from them by their creditors; however, an experienced Georgia bankruptcy attorney may be able to make them stop. If you would like to learn more about how you can stop wage garnishment in 2021 in the Duluth area, call the office or contact Cornwell Law Firm today. What is a Wage Garnishment? A wage garnishment, also known as income [...]

Understanding Wage Garnishment If you have fallen too far behind on your bill payments, your creditors may decide to pursue a wage garnishment, which will send a chunk of your paycheck directly to your creditor from your employer. Wage garnishment requires a court order, in most cases, resulting from winning a collection lawsuit against you. This court order will require your employer to withhold a certain amount from your paycheck, which then goes to the creditor, which can be a real financial blow. It is important to note that not every form of debt requires a court order for wage garnishment. [...]