When being sued by credit card company, does the 20 days to answer start from the filing date or the date of the summons notice?

In general, most States' laws hold that the statute of limitations begins on the day that the Summons is properly served. You should speak to a...

Whatever path that you choose to take, know that time is of the essence. It is very important that you do not let the court date pass without...

Paying off debt early to stop garnishment. What documentation should I receive.

There are many warning signs that you are dealing with an unscrupulous debt collector. One such sign is an ongoing unwillingness to document...

If I make payments on a declined check can I still get arrested?

In most States, drafting and transferring a check with knowledge that it will not be honored is illegal. Under the circumstances you describe, it...

My daughter failed to pay her property taxes and they were bought up by a lawyer who is now charging to get them back.

A quitclaim deed would not help your situation. Property tax liability ultimately attaches to the premises being taxed - a quitclaim deed would not...

My ex is responsible for half the payment on my student loans. He does not pay. What do I need to do to enforce the agreement?

Unfortunately, you'll probably have to go to court if your ex-husband is as recalcitrant as you describe. Contact your divorce attorney and provide...

Filing Chapter 7 without spouse. One debt includes his name--but it shouldn't. How can I remove him when bank refuses?

I want to begin by unambiguously stating that Bankruptcy litigation is rarely a cut-and-dry matter. Regardless of my advice, or the advice of...

We live in Nebraska. we want to know if legally we owe this debt.

The third-party that is contacting you is known as a Debt Collection Agency. Debt collectors sometimes purchase unpaid accounts from other...

Can I transfer a credit card debt

Unfortunately, you're the one who agreed to pay for the car rental. Therefore, you will remain legally liable for said payment until it is...

What are my options as I was unable to pay my cc and loan and the credit union wants to file for a judgement?

I'm sorry to hear about your ongoing financial hardship. It's difficult to live with overwhelming debt, especially when one is out of work and has...