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Texas Wage Garnishment & Limitation Laws
Wage garnishments—also known as wage attachments—are court or state agency orders that make your employer take money from your paycheck to pay your creditors. No matter how many wage garnishments occur, your employer is not permitted to terminate, reprimand, or demote you because of the wage garnishment.
Also, individuals can only have their wages garnished for specific types of debts, including:
- Child support and alimony allegations
- Federal taxes
- Criminal restitution
- Federally-guaranteed student loans
Texas law puts limitations on wage garnishments to protect the well-being of debtors. There is a 50 percent maximum placed on the amount that can be taken from your disposable income.
Call (936) 298-5388 today to discuss your case with an experienced bankruptcy lawyer. You can also contact us online.
What Is a Wage Garnishment Order?
A wage garnishment order is a legal document that requires an employer to withhold money from an employee's paycheck and send it to the creditor. Most creditors must first receive a judgment from the court against the debtor before wage garnishment can be issued.
Understanding Wage Garnishments in Lufkin, Texas
In Lufkin, residents may find themselves facing wage garnishments due to various financial challenges, including unexpected medical expenses or job loss. The City of Lufkin and Angelina County provide resources for residents struggling with debt, including financial counseling services that can help you navigate your options. Local organizations, such as the Lufkin Chamber of Commerce, also offer workshops and seminars aimed at financial literacy, which can be invaluable in understanding your rights and responsibilities regarding wage garnishments.
Many Lufkin residents are concerned about how wage garnishments can impact their ability to pay for essential living expenses, especially in a community where the cost of living can fluctuate. Texas law does protect debtors by limiting the amount that can be garnished from your paycheck, but understanding these regulations can be complex.
Additionally, if you are dealing with student loans, the potential for wage garnishment can add to your stress. The Lufkin area has several educational institutions that provide support for students and graduates, including financial aid offices that can assist with loan management. Understanding your options for deferment or consolidation can be key to preventing wage garnishment from impacting your paycheck.
At the Law Offices of W. David Stephens, we understand the unique financial challenges faced by residents in Lufkin and the surrounding areas. Our team is here to help you explore your options and find a path forward that alleviates the burden of wage garnishments.
How to Stop Wage Garnishment & Other Exceptions in Texas?
Depending on an individual’s financial situation, filing for bankruptcy could put an end to wage garnishments and discharge one’s debts. After filing, you may also be able to reclaim money that was taken from a paycheck up to 90 days prior.
Additionally, wage garnishment exemptions protect a certain type of income that prevent creditors from garnishing - the intention behind it is ensure that the individuals have income to pay for their living expenses.
Income from the following cannot be garnished:
- Retirement
- Disability
- Alimony
- Child Support
- Social Security
Wage Garnishment for Student Loans in Texas
Student loans can be garnished in Texas. If you default on a federally backed student loan, you can have wages garnished by the Department of Education without a court order. The garnishment amount is limited to 15% of your disposable income, or less than 30 times the current minimum wage.
Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney at Your Side
If you are already experiencing the stress of being in debt, the last thing you need is a reduction to your paycheck. This is a possibility when you are in default on certain types of loans. If some of your wages are being pulled from your paycheck to pay your creditors, our wage garnishment attorney in Lufkin can provide you with the legal assistance you need. The Law Offices of W. David Stephens offers comprehensive debt relief solutions to clients throughout all of East Texas.
To discover what debt resolution strategy is right for you, reach out to our Lufkin wage garnishment attorney at the Law Offices of W. David Stephens. No matter what type of debt you are facing, we have the knowledge and skills to help you get a fresh start with your finances.
To set up a free wage garnishment consultation, call (936) 298-5388 now.
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W. David Stephens"In the mid-1990s, I became so overwhelmed with the volume of new bankruptcy clients that I had to give up my trial practice to concentrate full-time as a bankruptcy lawyer. I have exclusively concentrated on consumer and business bankruptcy cases since that time.
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