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How can you avoid being sued for debt in California?

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  Jan Meriss Alfonso Assistant at Ascent Law LLC When filing for bankruptcy, you can protect yourself from being sued by a personal injury attorney. This process is called an automatic stay. You can also consult with a bankruptcy attorney to protect your home equity. In addition, you can consult with a bankruptcy attorney to learn about the various bankruptcy laws. Personal injury lawsuits are considered an asset of the bankruptcy estate A personal injury lawsuit may not be filed before the statute of limitations has run in California. This is because personal injury lawsuits are viewed as debts for bankruptcy purposes. However, if a personal injury defendant files for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, they may be discharged before the statute of limitations has run. A personal injury lawsuit is a lawsuit that you file against another person, company or insurance company for personal injuries. These claims can be based on physical injury, medical malpractice, a defective product, or assault or...