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Can I sue collection company for harrassment? For this voicemail I got at work which was supposedly meant for someone else?
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Answered on September 13, 2013
Yes. You may have a claim under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The act requires debt collectors to pay your attorney fees so you can...
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I have an outstanding debt/draw with my employer. Am leaving the firm and need to determine if I'm liable for the entire debt.
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Answered on September 13, 2013
Typically, debts are proved by providing evidence of the original agreement that created the obligation to pay. However, sometimes it is enough to...
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I would like to negotiate a settlement with a debt collection lawyer and need advice.
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Answered on September 13, 2013
Debts are sold for pennies on the dollar so they will often accept a much lower amount than they are demanding. If you have the cash it is best to...
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I am going to get a judgment on my chapter 7 bankruptcy on Sept. 16. The judge told me at the hearing I could discharge a debt
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Answered on September 11, 2013
Your expenses for the purpose of determining disposable income are your actual expenses. There is no catch 22 here. If you are not in fact paying a...
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I received a phone call about a debt collection and was informed that I had 2 hours to call phone number 877-239-1893
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Answered on September 11, 2013
It's a scam. No legitimate debt collector would operate like this. Stop talking to them because you are only inviting more calls if you do. Here's...
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Ex claimed no income for more than 20 years. Just found proof that he owns a corp for the past 15. How do I collect back support
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Answered on September 10, 2013
Contact a collections attorney to see if it would be worthwhile to pursue. Keep in mind that just because someone owns a corporation it doesn't...
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How many times can they freeze my checking account on a judgement
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Answered on September 10, 2013
As many times as they need to. Yes, they can attempt to reach any non-exempt asset you have, especially bank accounts. Have you considered...
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How can i lower my student loan debt? Obama Forgiveness act?
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Answered on September 10, 2013
There is no "Obama Forgiveness Act". The Dept. of Ed. has a Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that forgives debt after 10 years of making...
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I have several defaults with online payday loans. They have gone into collections. I am being threatened with arrest for fraud.
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Answered on September 10, 2013
It's a scam. Stop speaking with them. http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0258-fake-debt-collectors
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Real Estate. Buying house. Never seen the seller.
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Answered on September 10, 2013
You will own the title after the seller signs it over and the title is recorded in your name, the bank just has a lien. The title is recorded with...
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