Received a Summons and Complaint from Credit Card debt Collector, but it's under my old name.

You file the answer as "[New You], formerly known as [Old You]."

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In general - no, unless you signed a personal guarantee.

Mr. Adams is correct. Also, check the garnishment order and your paystub - there is a federal limit on what can be garnished, and additional...

Debt Collection: Under FDCPA, how is it possible to prove phone call violations if I can't record the calls?

Keep a written diary - note the date, time of day, the name of the person you spoke to, and length of each call. Also note what the caller said to...

Summons? CC debt from 2007 - SOL ?? HELP!

I agree with Mr. Adams. To protect yourself, write a letter to the collection agency - send by certified mail, return receipt requested -- asking...

In New Jersey, can a wife be held responsible for her husbands secret credit cards amounting to about $40,000. He can't pay it.

Given his past actions, I would be worried that he also forged his wife's signature on credit card applications (to take advantage of her better...

Have a loan (GA) on a lot, can't pay anymore. the bank loan officer has insinuated that the bank can take OTHER property i own

Your question needs some context - was this a threat or an offer? The bank officer could be suggesting that the bank could "forbear" on...

I need a good bankruptcy lawyer in maryland.

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Creditor allegedly reports a fraudulent & false collection account.What is my recourse?

Did you get the documents you requested? Although you may be limited to the bankruptcy court if you want to make a claim against your landlord, you...

My sister started the process of bankruptcy and in the mist of it passed away her husband received life insurance money of $9300

Mr. Weiss and Mr. Adams have the right advice. See your sister's bankruptcy attorney about whether the case should go on. If your sister's...