If you are owed money by a debtor who files bankruptcy, you may still be able to collect the money by preventing the debt from being discharged in the bankruptcy. 11 U.S.C. section 523(a) contains a number of exceptions to discharge which apply to individual...
Collecting Debt Owed To Your Business
Year: 2017
2017 Nevada Legislature Changes Venue Statute
The 2017 Nevada Legislature changed the state statute (NRS Chapter 13) related to venue. Venue is a term describing where in a jurisdiction, in this case Nevada, a legal action can or should be filed. The Legislature expands through Assembly Bill 102,...
Wage Garnishments Extended from 120 Days to 180 Days
On June 3, 2017, Nevada Senate Bill 230 was passed and signed into law. The most exciting part of this bill is that beginning on October 1, 2017, writs of garnishment for wages are now effective for 180 days, when previously they were only effective for 120...
July Bar Exam Results Released
The July 2017 exam results were released on Tuesday, October 10. The unofficial pass rate is 66 percent. Congratulations to all who passed. Swearing-in ceremonies will be held in Reno onWednesday, October 18, at 3:30 p.m. at the Washoe County Administrative...
#VegasStrong
October 1, 2017 was a tragic day in Las Vegas, and our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and victims of the Route 91 concert shooting. We hope for a complete recovery of those who are injured. We are so proud to be members of the Las Vegas community,...
Supreme Court names Guardianship Commission members
Supreme Court Names Guardianship Commission Members The Nevada Supreme Court has selected 20 Nevadans to serve on the Permanent Guardianship Commission established by the court. Justice James W. Hardesty was named the chairperson of the permanent...
Gov. Sandoval Appoints Kathleen Drakulich to Second Judicial District Court
On June 30, Governor Brian Sandoval announced the appointment of Kathleen Drakulich to the Second Judicial District Court, Department 1. Drakulich will fill the vacancy created by Judge Janet Berry's retirement earlier this year. Drakulich is currently a...
Uniform Law Commission FAQ
Many of the laws adopted and enacted by the states are promulgated and updated by the Uniform Law Commission. The ULC website provides helpful information not only about longtime statutes, such as the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act and the UCC,...
Where to seek support in the claim and delivery process
Many creditors in Nevada face stressful situations due to loan defaults. While it's possible in many circumstances to sue their debtors, creditors may also use alternative means for satisfying such debts, such as the claim and delivery process. Some states refer to...
New Legislation
The 2017 Nevada Legislature will adjourn June 5. Hayes and Welsh will post changes in laws most important to our clients.
