Questions answered by Lynn Ellen Coleman

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What should my response be and can I claim the statute of limitations have run out on this debt?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 12, 2014

They sued you and served you on time, the statute of limitation has not expired, and you will not be able to use this as a defense. Please consult...

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Is there any legal precedent for confirmation of monies owed via text message?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 10, 2014

The statute allows service for summary ejectment to be accomplished by posting the notice in a conspicuous place. When you go to court, you may...

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I allowed my daughter to make charges on several credit cards as long as she paid them back,she is refusing to do so.

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 10, 2014

You need to cancel the credit cards and make arrangements to pay them off directly with the credit card companies. You are responsible for payment...

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A judgment was filed in Catawba Co. in Feb of 2008 but no renewal judgment has been filed since. SOL is 5 years in NC.

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 10, 2014

As the others explained, a judgment for debt is valid for 10 years and is easily renewed for another 10 years. You are confusing the statute of...

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Do I need to include docs to support the items that I wish to claim as exempt?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 09, 2014

This question sounds identical to one I answered recently, but no, you do not attach documents and never include a complete account number in any...

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$71,000.00 of a matured loan, no one will refinance. Is bankruptcy the option for me and my wife?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 08, 2014

I agree with the others. It depends upon your entire financial situation. Consult with a qualified consumer bankruptcy attorney.

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What should I do to get back the rest of my money from someone who owes me money on a truck I sold him?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 07, 2014

I believe the information in the guide published by Legal Aid is still generally accurate. Click on the link below. You can also contact the Clerk...

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What action can I take if credit reporting agencies fail to "answer"/resolve, a dispute on reporting a credit issue?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 07, 2014

You need to take your dispute letters and the responses received to a qualified attorney. We can't tell what you mean by "fail to resolve". They...

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Motion For Order To Show Cause . Contempt on all line items of parenting agreement. Do I file an Emergency Custody Order with?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 06, 2014

It looks like you are filing paperwork in Hawaii? If so, you need to consult a Hawaii licensed attorney. Please clarify.

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Do I have a case against my Credit Card Company since i was given a credit card under 21 with no cosigner and proof of income?

Lynn's answer | Answered on March 05, 2014

While your situation is not a case I would accept, you may wish to make a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau....

Lynn Ellen Coleman's Answers (5083)

What should my response be and can I claim the statute of limitations have run out on this debt?

Is there any legal precedent for confirmation of monies owed via text message?

I allowed my daughter to make charges on several credit cards as long as she paid them back,she is refusing to do so.

A judgment was filed in Catawba Co. in Feb of 2008 but no renewal judgment has been filed since. SOL is 5 years in NC.

Do I need to include docs to support the items that I wish to claim as exempt?

$71,000.00 of a matured loan, no one will refinance. Is bankruptcy the option for me and my wife?

What should I do to get back the rest of my money from someone who owes me money on a truck I sold him?

What action can I take if credit reporting agencies fail to "answer"/resolve, a dispute on reporting a credit issue?

Motion For Order To Show Cause . Contempt on all line items of parenting agreement. Do I file an Emergency Custody Order with?

Do I have a case against my Credit Card Company since i was given a credit card under 21 with no cosigner and proof of income?