Can a default judgement from 2011 (filed 2008) be vacated due to processor not serving me?

A judgment obtained without service can be vacated at any time. In Illinois, the return of service is prima facie true. You need corroborating...

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How can I eliminate a loan from a friend of friend?

Unless the loan is for business purposes or secured by real estate, and unless the lender has a lending license from the state or a federal or...

Do you have to answer to a summons? or do you just show up in court? Can you contact the lawyer to try and settle before court?

In a small claim, all allegations are deemed denied, so only an appearance is required. This may be a written appearance or a physical one,...

Rights collecting small claims judgement in DuPage County?

Defendant has 30 days to move to reconsider or appeal, although that requires a showing of error by the trial court. A judgment is immediately...

What type of lawyer handles title jumping of a boat?

A consumer lawyer. There is a warranty of title under the Uniform Commercial Code that entitles you to good title and freedom from adverse claims.

The number of days should be stated in the summons. You may file a motion for an extension. In the central and southern districts these are...

Can you be charged interest on a doctor bill by a debt collector when your not charged interest on the original bill?

A debt collector can, upon notice, charge 5% interest on a medical bill even though the underlying agreement says nothing about interest. A rate...

Can a servicer for a private student loan offset my state tax refund?

The answer depends on who the guarantor and servicer are and the loan documents. Have an attorney review the facts/ documents. It should not cost...

In IL, am I responsible for wife’s credit card debt?

Probably not. The federal Equal Credit Opportunity Act entitles each spouse to contract for credit without the involvement of the other spouse. ...

Can my wife be picked up by the local police the a american express credit card debt?

This sounds like a scam. Nonpayment of a debt is not a crime. Threatening people with arrest and prosecution is not legitimate debt collection. ...