Student loan wage garnishment allows the government or a court to withhold part of a borrower’s paycheck when loans go into default. For federal student loans, the U.S. Department of Education can garnish up to 15% of disposable income without a court order. Private lenders usually must sue first and obtain a judgment. Borrowers do have relief options, including loan rehabilitation, c... https://www.compareopolicy.com/blog/student-loans-wage-garnishment-rules-relief-options