Should I pay a civil demand letter from a lawyer named Steven F. Christiansen?

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   Terri D. Leary

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   Answered January 13, 2013 04:23. Different attorneys recommend different approaches to this letter. I have prepared an informative guide, which you can access at the link below. It explains your options.

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   Howard M LewisPro

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   Answered January 13, 2013 08:10. I concur with Atty. Redmond. I too recommend that my clients not pay this civil demand. Best of luck.

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   Lauren Redmond

   Boston Criminal Defense Attorney

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   Answered January 13, 2013 08:05. I always advise my clients not to pay the civil demand. So far, none of them have gotten in trouble for not paying. If Sears wants to pursue you for the $375 they will have to hire attorneys, file suit, then pay their attorneys to take you to trial. All that will cost a lot more than $375. As well, the attorney who sent you the demand letter gets a percentage of what is collected. They are hoping you will pay out of fear or ignorance.
   
   Hope I have helped you with this matter.

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