Can my 87 year old mother be dragged into court and prosecuted by a Debt Collector?

Yes, they can sue her. She did incur the debt. Her Social Security is exempt but if they have a judgment and she deposits her Social Security ino...

I am working collections for a small city based business with an outstanding balance over 100k in accounts receivable.

Discount if paid immediately, or within a certain time frame. Otherwise, sue to collect.

When to hire an attorney?

Don't delay. A judge may not be willing to stop the proceedings to allow you the time tp get an attorney. Generally when the trial starts the...

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Bought a car from a local gas station/service station 7 months ago. I just found out that I need a new axle.

Whether they are a a "dealer" subject to the Lemon Law depends on how many vehicles they sell. If this was a one-off they would not be a dealer...

Do I have any legal recourse against a wrongful and maliciously damaged credit rating.

Are they claiming that you owe the debt or tht your Dad did?

My federal student loan is in default. I am unable to repay due to unemployment. Will federal govt. or court provide employment?

Not just because you have a federal student loan, no. If you want a government job go to USA Jobs. But if your student loans are in default many...

How to remove CEO who is majority shareholder public company

Do some research on "activist shareholders". Although, if he is the majority owner, it is unlikely he will fire himself.

Best way to get someone else's judgment lien removed from real estate?

Ask yourself if it is worth paying off the debt to satisy the lien. Be sure you get everything papered properly including a satisfaction. More...

Do I really owe a cancellation fee

Review the e-mails to see if there is any mention of a cancellation fee. f the cancellation fee does not show up anywhere and it was never...

Before the debt collector can attach any liens or wage / tax return garnishments, do they have to have my name on the judgment?

The difference in name will not stop collection activities though it may make collecting alittle bit harder.