Can debt collector's go after an injury settlement?

Yes, it is a attachable asset to your creditors.

What can I do about this situation?

Sounds like a scam. Or they have no regard for FDCPA.

Should I answer after receiving a debt validation letter from a collection agency? Can they attach my SS after a judgement?

Inability to pay is not a defense and they will probably secure a judgment. However, if your funds are no co-mingled with other funds, they cannot...

It's most likely when you missed the payments, you became in default and the entire amount is due. They will probably want to secure a payment...

This is a common scam in Ohio. If there is a summons for you, no one will call you. They will send it to you by certified mail and if you don't...

A collection came off my credit report before the 7 years, does that mean it's gone for good?

If they garnished your account in Ohio, they would have to have filled suit or filed the Judgment in Ohio. I would check with your county court to...

What can I do with this creditor?

With HIPPA, often the collection agencies have limited information on what they can provide. Additionally, they aren't required to "prove" their...

They say that I took out a loan in 2011 which I did not can they still collect the money

This is a common scam. I would ask for a validation of the debt, but pretty much stop answering their calls or questions and they will move onto...

Collection agency made payment arrangements with me on a medical bill but now they have changed their mind.

If this is a third party collection agency, you may have FDCPA violations. If this is the original creditor, it will be your word against theirs. ...

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I've been separated with my ex husband for about 4 years. We got a car in both of our names. He filed for bankruptcy without my

When your ex filed bankruptcy it discharged charged his liability, not yours.