Being harassed by collection agency, known for being scam artists. The account was closed 8 years ago. How do I get rid of them?

I agree with my colleagues here. I will tell you that I have seen a recent uptick in Federal prosecutions of scammers by my local United States...

If the plea agreement for domestic assault (misdemeanor, 3rd degree) is only a $200 dollar fine, should he plead guilty?

You should get an attorney and fight the charge. There is not enough information here to answer the question.

Can I be legally charged with disturbing the peace for merely calling a person a name after witnessing reckless driving?

The statute says "Any person who shall intentionally disturb the peace and quiet of any person, family, or neighborhood commits the offense of...

What would I get for a third shoplifting charge?

The first one may not count for calculating number of convictions, but courts can consider it as far as sentencing if you are convicted. At some...

Driving under revocation before my interlock appt

Most likely, a new charge will be filed. Better inform your attorney if you have one or hire if you don't.

Served summons to appear before Court of General Sessions - Shelby County - Midland Financial, LLC.

I will add that Midland is notorious for lacking the documents needed to obtain a judgment against you. They are junk debt buyers and their...

Can a debt collector sue for an old debt that has already gone to court and been dismissed due to being passed SOL?

Don't let collectors treat you poorly. See one of the fine attorneys that have answered and sue the collectors. The FDCPA is am important tool. ...

By chance, is the underlying debt to a payday lender? If so this may be a scam. Legitimate collectors can and do violate the FDCPA, but conduct...

If a mistake is made by the plaintiff in the original charges in the pleading, is that grounds to have the charges dropped?

The state will be allowed to amend. It is not a fatal flaw that is grounds for dismissal prior to trial.

CAN I SUE A HOSPITAL FOR SENDING A MEDICAL BILL INTO COLLECTIONS THAT WENT ONTO MY CREDIT THAT WASNT EVEN MINE?

If the debt reported on your credit report is not yours, you can absolutely file suit for damages under the FCRA. There are important procedural...

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