If you have a valid agreement stating the terms of the payments that you agreed to, you can seek to enforce that agreement. If you don't have a...

If I pay off a collections debt that I owe with someone who isn't paying, can I then Sue them for the debt?

Generally, a person can sue for a claim that is not frivolous or otherwise unethical. If a person owes you money, you can ask for the courts help...

Debt I don't owe now being served for court

You have the opportunity to assert any applicable defenses in your Answer to the Complaint. If you fail to respond timely, you might lose your...

I need to find out what recourse I have on a debt that went to collection

Send a letter to the collection agency reporting the item on your credit report. Inform them that you dispute the debt because you don't recognize...

Is it in anyway possible to get more than $1000 in additional damages from a debt collector?

Absolutely, yes! Actual damages can be awarded in addition to the statutory damages.

TThe collection agency won't work out a plan with me ? What do I do?

If you've been served with a summons for the medical debt, you are required to answer that lawsuit within the proscribed period of time, either 20...

How do I request a payoff from a lawyers office?

Don't make any payments until you have a letter from plaintiff's counsel memorializing the terms of your agreement. Amongst other things, the terms...

Do I talk to the company and not the collection agency?

As the other attorneys suggested, if you believe the balances are incorrect, you can make a request for debt validation in writing. This will force...

Can debt collector refuse payment in full?

As Attorney Gross recommended, ask them for a payoff letter and follow the payment instructions on that letter. If online payment has been...

What Can I do when a credit card company files a lawsuit against me?

Depending on a number of circumstances, it might be possible to settle outside of court. Call the law firm representing the creditor and make an...