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    Jun 23, 2008, 05:29 PM
    Double Garnishment
    I have already been garnished by the Hospital for medical bills. They have found two more bills (old ones) and are trying to garnish me again. Is this legal??
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    Jun 23, 2008, 05:30 PM
    Yes, if you have various debts you can get 3, 4 or even 10 judgements against you, and each can get a order of garnishment, Now depending on state law, they may only garnish up to a max amount on all garnishments, but after one has been paid in full, another one will kick in.
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