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Wage garnishment can occur for all types of reasons, from outstanding debt to court-ordered family law obligations. When wages are garnished in Arizona, many people worry that their employer will become aware of the situation and develop a poor opinion as a result. To this end, the skilled lawyers at the Knochel Law Office in Bullhead City can help you understand the wage garnishment process, including whether your employer will be informed.

How Are Wages Garnished?

LawyerTo enforce wage garnishment, a court judgement is needed to establish that you owe money to the creditor. In most cases, a creditor cannot enact wage garnishment until legal action has taken place; however, there are some instances when wages can be garnished without a court order, including unpaid child support, student loans, and income taxes.

How Much of My Pay Can Be Garnished?

State and federal laws dictate how much of your wages can be garnished. On the federal level, creditors are only allowed to deduct 25% of your net pay. If local laws offer more protection, these regulations will take precedent. Also, those with extremely low incomes may be protected.

Do I Have a Right to Object?

You do have the right to object to a wage garnishment order. This entails filing a written objection that includes the reason you’re objecting, the case number for the garnishment order, and your current contact information.

Will My Employer Find Out?

LawyerWhile employers will most likely learn about their employees’ wage garnishment orders, in Arizona, there are protections in place that prevent employers from terminating employees with child support withholding orders. Although you may need to disclose this information to a current or potential employer, they can’t make any decisions affecting your employment based on wage garnishment.

If you want to dispute a wage garnishment order or believe an employer treated you unfairly, you need a lawyer with experience working within this field. For exemplary legal aid, trust the knowledgeable team at Knochel Law Office. You can learn more about their practice areas online, or call (928) 444-1000 to schedule your free initial consultation. Knochel Law Office serves clients in Bullhead City and is also licensed to practice in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Whether you need help with a financial issue, require the assistance of a family law attorney, or wish to file a personal injury claim, these lawyers will go above and beyond expectations.

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