Category Archives: Wage Garnishment
What Percentage of Your Wages Can Be Garnished in Illinois?
If a creditor has been calling, threatening to garnish your wages, or has already obtained a court judgment against you, one of the first questions that comes to mind is probably: how much can they actually take from my paycheck? It’s a fair question, and the answer under Illinois law is more protective than… Read More »
Wage Garnishment And Unpaid Student Loans
Americans are carrying an unprecedented amount of student loan debt and unfortunately many former students are struggling to repay their education-related loans. As a result, creditors are seeking wage garnishment orders. Wage garnishment occurs when a court compels an employer to withhold a specified portion from a debtor employee’s paycheck until an outstanding debt… Read More »