On my credit report it has some accounts listed bankruptcy and the same accts. as being a negative.

An account which was included in a bankruptcy is always considered a derogatory account. However, the tradeline for the account should show zero...

Am I responsible for my adult child's medical bills just because I have him/her on my health insurance policy?

I think the answer also depends on your agreement with the hospital. Did you sign anything agreeing to guarantee payment with them, or were you...

I had a charge off on my credit report, and I had disputed it. And it has been deleted. By Trans Union.

The fact that the debt no longer appears on your credit report doesn't necessarily mean they can't collect the debt. Whether they can still...

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Hi I have lived in Barrington for 16 years and was on the auto pay program with Nicor for the last four years. I paid $20 a

You might want to file a complaint with the Illinois Commerce Commission about this. They regulate Nicor.

I'm living in my apartment since oct 1,13 to dec 13,13 with no heat. they been out twice but it still cold. what can i do?

Along with filing a complaint with the City, I suggest contacting the Metropolitan Tenant's Organization and/or Lawyers Committee for Better...

I was sued for a car. I paid the total balance. The car was then sold. The car company received payment for the car twice.

Normally a repossessed car should be auctioned off before they go after you for the balance, which would be the difference between what was still...

What legal principles might cause an attorney to completely redact the account number of the debt they are trying to collect?

You should see a consumer law/fraud attorney about this situation. Most will provide a free consultation. We have found that many lawsuits...

Told I should seek legal advice. Business copy and pasted my signature on wage garnishment document.

These facts are a little confusing. A wage assignment is something you sign, which can be revoked at any time by sending a notice in writing. A...

Will a background check by a prospective employer reveal a DUI from 20 year ago?

One of our clients had a 25 year old minor drug possession conviction show up, so it is definitely possible. It will depend a lot on whether the...

Try checking the National Association of Consumer Advocates website naca.net for a consumer law attorney in your area. I suspect it will be an...