Because I was out of network ,my insurance paid only 60% of the hospital charges and the hospital wants all the rest to be paid

Have already tried to contact the hospital and work out a settlement? You might also look for local consumer debt counseling organizations which...

I defaulted on two private student loans from the same lender. Should I sign a Confession of Judgment to avoid going to court?

Not sure that you are represented by an attorney at this point. If not it is always a good idea to consult an experienced local debt collection...

Am in Ch. 13. Paying $ to court monthly. Can my atty charge me in addition to that amt.?

Yes, but any attorneys fees must be presented to and approved by the Court.

How can I join a class action lawsuit against my mortgage company? Also can you do a short sale while under Ch. 13 bankruptcy?

If you may have a claim against your mortgage company, you should have listed it in your bankruptcy or amend to add it. In order to do a short...

Altogether, my brother-in-law owes me about $50K. Can I place a lien against his property or properties that he is selling?

Most states have laws governing the filing of liens and punishing the improper filing of a lien. Typically, unless authorized by a specific law or...

How do I stop garnishment of my wages from a credit card company when my ex husband was the one that used the old credit card?

You have an up hill battle. From your facts the creditor already has a judgment. In limited circumstances you can try to have a judgment set aside,...

Can I sue a co dependent for non payment to the plaintiff?

Yes, but they are already not paying towards a judgment, will it do any good to get another? Perhaps you can get information to help the judgment...

Is there anyone willing to act as a consultant to young attorneys to teach them how to defend consumers against creditors?

28 min and still no answer, must have been a tough question. My personal perspective, I rarely find defense work worth doing, quite often the...

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Generally third party debt collectors of consumer debt are required to sue you in the county where you live or where you signed the contract....

Can I still request validation of debt from collector I'm disputing I didn't receive notice yet they filed a writ of execution?

You may request validation, but doing so will not stop the garnishment./levy. There may be a procedure under local law of court rules to contest...