What do I do about a summons for debt collection when I have absolutely no way to pay, and no way to hire a lawyer?

If you are looking for legal assistance and can't hire an attorney, try the Lakeshore CALL line. (Link attached). They help people in your...

Should I go in to speak with this detective?

If you have any concerns at all about your own conduct, you should seek counsel immediately. It is now a crime to lie to the police in Michigan. ...

Question about a judgement on my credit history

It isn't possible to answer the question with the limited information you have provided. An attorney would need to look at the judgement itself in...

Do I owe this Debt Collector money?

It is not possible to tell what you owe or don't owe from the question. If they have demanded money from you, you have the right to dispute the...

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How long can you collect on a debt?

For purposes of your question, the real answer is likely forever, unless you file for bankruptcy. The statute of limitations for collection of...

Medical Office Billing

Most doctors in Michigan use a form (not necessarily a standardized one) that states that the patient is responsible for all charges. They...

My husband opened SEVERAL credit cards in my name without my consent. What should I do? Am I responsible for the charges?

Not only do you need to see a divorce and business attorney, you need a consumer attorney with experience dealing with Id theft issues. ...

How do I respond to a complaint from a debt collection agency in the state of Michigan? Do I deny all allegations?

Attorney Liblang got it right. More specifically, you need to look into to the assignment of the debt. Most debt collectors attach a "bill of...

If I received a call from a third party debt collector and the caller id read as my wifes cell number, is that legal?

The technology used is called "spoofing." The debt collector pulses out a false ANI (caller ID) in order to get you to pick up the phone. Courts...

How can I respond to a summons (civil) when I have never been sought for payment after closing my account?

Portfolio Recovery has been experiencing a number of losses on these kinds of cases due to their inability to prove the balance or even that they...