If you’re retired on Social Security, a pension, or VA benefits, federal law protects your income from debt collectors — and gives you a free legal tool to stop the calls permanently.
ERISA plans have unlimited protection. IRAs up to $1.7M. Cashing out to pay dischargeable debt costs roughly $225,000 by age 65.
Quick Answer: Trucking company owners Gerardo P. Fusella and Vincent J. Fusella Jr. were indicted on 31 counts of embezzlement, mail fraud, and tax evasion related to World Trade Center cleanup contracts. The defendants allegedly bribed union officials and hid drivers’ work hours to avoid paying required wages and benefit contributions between 2007-2009.A trucking company’s …
Quick Answer: Eleven defendants including two doctors and seven Long Island Railroad retirees were charged in a massive disability fraud scheme dating back to 1998. The fraudulent claims for unwarranted occupational disability benefits could cost the Railroad Retirement Board over $1 billion in improper payments.There’s not many fraud stories that cross my desk now that …
Quick Answer: Social Security and pension income are generally protected from garnishment by creditors, potentially making retirees “judgment proof” if these are their only income sources. However, creditors can still obtain judgments and may be able to garnish bank accounts, so consulting with a bankruptcy attorney is essential to confirm protection status.“Dear Damon,I live in …
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