An agreement for payment was made, the party than contacted a lawyer

I agree with the other attorneys. There is not enough information to give an opinion. Some of the important factors are the type of item sold,...

Union contract confusion

The contract itself may provide for ways to change it on the fly. Without seeing the contract, you cannot get a solid answer. The situation you...

I need a lawyer for a major telecommunication company. How can I get a lawyer in Oklahoma that I pay after I win?

There is a growing body of Oklahoma attorneys here on AVVO. The fee structure you are talking about is called a contingency fee. The are many...

The problem is that you do not have to have an enforceable contract in order to debit someone's account. And, when someone debits your account...

What can or should I do regarding harassing phone calls and threats from a debt collector to myself and family members?

You are likely being scammed. Don't pay anything or sign anything. If they sue you, you'll have their identifying information. Take the...

Can a HOA view the credit history of existing homeowners?

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act., when you owe a debt, the creditor is permitted to periodically view your credit report without your permission.

Progressive Garden State obtained a garnishment order in the amount of $5,604.26 and collected the $99.76 in my account.

Garnishment procedure varies by state. You really need to see a locally licensed attorney to learn about your options. Consider contacting...

Can this debt collector still sue me?

The statute of limitations on a private student loan is determined by state law. Limitations periods differ by state. Moreover, the law of the...

How long do the payday company's have to collect their money they keep telling me 7 years from th e loan

It will depend on which state's law applies to the loan in question. Although it appears you live in Kentucky, if you acquired the debt in another...

Can I sue a debt collector for damages for filing a time barred lawsuit under the FDCPA? Can attorney's fees be included?

I agree with the other two earlier answers. Determining when the statute of limitations clock begins can be difficult in a credit case. It's also...