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My salary is seized

Wage garnishment is governed by the art. 93 LP. The enforcement office determines the garnishable portion taking into account the debtor's vital minimum and that of their family. The vital minimum includes: actual rent, health insurance premium (basic), food, clothing, transport and other necessities…

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