Wage Garnishments

A wage garnishment is the withholding of a certain amount of money from an individual's paycheck in order to satisfy one or more debts. In order for this to occur, a creditor must obtain a court order to do so under bankruptcy garnishment laws. If you feel your wage garnishment is unfair or you are worried about your creditors obtaining an unfair court order and garnishing your hard earned wages, a bankruptcy lawyer is crucial during this time.

• Do you need legal assistance regarding wage garnishment law? If so, contact a bankruptcy lawyer in your area now.

After deductions, disposable earnings are the remaining wages. Aside from wage garnishments, legal and necessary deductions may include:

• Federal Taxes
• Local Taxes
• State Taxes
• State Employee Retirement Systems
• Unemployment Insurance
• Social Security

Title III will give an individual the right to receive partial compensation in most cases when it comes to personal services that are provided despite wage garnishment. Garnishment law also protects employees from being discharged due to having their wages garnished. Additionally, these laws also specify that garnishment restrictions don't apply to court orders regarding bankruptcy and debts for state and federal taxes.

Keep in mind that these laws also protect employees from having more than 25% of their disposable income deducted in order to pay off debt. If your employer has been withholding more than 25% of your income for creditors or you need clarity regarding the specifics of wage garnishment law, our bankruptcy law attorneys can help to answer any questions that you may have regarding your situation.

Do you need legal assistance regarding wage garnishment law? Contact a Bankruptcy Lawyer in your area today!

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