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Can a lawyer in VA (who's only licensed in VA) send to arrest me in TN for an old debt that I owe? Can he put me in jail?
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Answered on November 14, 2012
Unless I am missing some pertinent facts, I can't see how any attorney can just make an edict and have you incarcerated for a debt. You might...
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What can I do about a magazine company saying I owe a $200 cancellation fee?
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Answered on November 14, 2012
Dispute it through the credit card company; cancel the card and get a new one.
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Can a collection agency collect on a debt that has been cancelled with a 1099c by the original creditor?
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Answered on November 14, 2012
If a 1099-C has been issued, there is a high likelihood, it is past the statute of limitations. In TX, a good rule of thumb is 4 years since the...
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How much does an attorney usually charge you to send out a warning letter to someone that owes you money and equipment?
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Answered on November 14, 2012
Every attorney is different. The amount of work involved and the risk to the attorney must always be weighed. This will be a case by case basis.
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Can a lawyer accept credit card payment by a friend?
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Answered on November 13, 2012
As long as the party agrees to pay, that is completely acceptable. It is fairly common for a friend or family member to assist in paying the fees...
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Consumer Law- Do I have to pay for a car loan for a car I never took possession of and never drove it?
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Answered on November 13, 2012
You need to talk to a local consumer attorney. This is beyond the scope of the AVVO community's general question/answer nature. Find a local person.
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I thought Texas has a law that states you only have a legal obligation to pay debts to the original lender?
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Answered on November 13, 2012
There is no such law; a debt is assignable. Being a Texas resident does not change that. The debt collector business is still viable in Texas.
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I fired my attorney
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Answered on November 13, 2012
A motion to either substitute counsel, withdraw or remove him of counsel will be required. Your current (aka fired attorney) can write him Motion...
Filing chapter 7 bankruptcy, I have a security deposit with my landlord should that deposit be entered on schedule B or G?
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Answered on November 12, 2012
As an asset of personal property, it belongs on Schedule B.
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It I file bankruptcy will I be able to apply for a student loan?
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Answered on November 12, 2012
You will still be able to apply for a student loan. Bankruptcy does not preclude applying for a student loan after a bankruptcy discharge. If in...
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