Can my landlord who is an attorney file for an eviction and civil claim, then hire another attorney to rep him w/out notifying?

I don't see how this could be grounds for dismissal. Anyone has the option of representing themselves in a civil lawsuit (they are drawbacks to...

Can a debt collecter check your credit card balances and tell you have room ona card for a payment

Yes this permissible. For an understanding of what they prohibited from doing, at least under federal law, see the web site below. You state law...

Is there help for student loans?

Yes you may find help with an attorney who does student loan work. You can search AVVO or use the link below to find one. While federal loans...

If the statue of limitation has past on a credit card dept do I still have to pay it?

You don't have to pay it if it has passed. Meaning, if they were to sue you, you have a valid defense to the lawsuit and possibly a basis to...

I received in the mail a summon to appear in Civil Court in Winston Salem NC on Aug. 3, 2015. I am currently in Al.

I would not do this. I would instead contact a NC attorney using the AVVO find a lawyer feature. They can enter a motion to extend time so that...

Can someone garnishee my check without notifying me?

You have the right to be notified of any pending lawsuits. The rules of service vary somewhat from state to state, you may have to consult with an...

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Please review this with the attorney who represented you in the original Chapter 7 filing or the counsel of your choice. While Chapter 7...

What type of attorney do I need for a bankruptcy involving a private student loan?

Private student loan cases can be defended by a consumer attorney who is familiar with chain of title, standing and related issues. You can find...

What is the best way to respond to a summons in written form.

If you don't know how to draft an answer, you should hire someone who does. Sometimes it is more to your advantage to file a motion to dismiss, or...

Can I still be garnished If I tried to setup a payment plan for a medical bill an they didn't accept

If a Judgment has been issued, it seems you have lost all bargaining power and are at the mercy of your state's collection laws. So you can either...