Can a collection agency charge me interest on a rental debt if the agreement only allows a $50 late fee?

Why are you discussing anything with these collection people if you are certain the debt is beyond the statute of limitations? That does not make...

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If the lawsuit has been filed, then they have nothing to lose at this point by proceeding with getting a judgment against you. Typically, the big...

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I was been sued by a collection agency for medical bills.

You or your lawyer must file a timely response in court unless a settlement is agreed in writing. See my settlement legal guides, on Avvo, linked...

How do I know if the hospital did or didn't send my pi attorney the lien call 3045 civil code lien?

Call your attorney's office and ask, either the lawyer or a paralegal would know if what (if any) liens were received and paid. Ask them about...

Defendants Interrogatories only consist of demands for documents. Can I object on the grounds that these are not questions?

Yes, that is a valid objection. Is it possible that the page of interrogatories is missing? Perhaps you should contact the attorney that sent it...

Can a dealership sue me if I have been making payments and, etc?

The contract for the lease or purchase of the new used car that you acquired controls what the dealer must do and what you (the buyer or lessee)...

Demurrer

Santa Monica does not hear limited civil collection cases. In Los Angeles County Superior Court, all collection cases are assigned to either...

Wells Fargo Bank auto loan click incorrect payoff balance. The term and conditions DO say 71 monyhly payment but was input w 72

Is it possible that this is correct? On may vehicle installment contracts, they show a first payment of $xx.xx due aa/bb/2014 and 71 payments of...

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Jail time?

No jail for failure to pay debts. Absent fraud in the credit application or documentation, there is no basis to prosecute for a criminal act. To...

Debt Validation

All you (the consumer) can do at this point, under the watered-down laws, is request that they validate the debt. The court case law does not give...