Can I be held responsible an ER bill from when I was 17?
A minor can be sued for the value of the services rendered, but not on a contract theory.
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A minor can be sued for the value of the services rendered, but not on a contract theory.
There are attorneys who specifically handle these type of cases. I would suggest you contact your local and state Consumer / Justice Association...
The attorney would be entitled to a reasonable fee in the absence of a written agreement. That could be less than the 1/3
If they have obtained a garnishment order, they must have a judgment. First, check if the judgment has expired and not renewed. You can also file a...
You will need to sue him in small claims court.
Yes, it does sound like a scam. You can check the courts' records, many are online, to see if any lawsuits are filed against you or your...
They can sue in California or where you live (you could file to move the case to California for "forum non conviens"). You may want to check...
It is an unusual situation. I do not see an inherent problem with it as long as there is full disclosure and approval. You may want to get a...
You may be able to hire an attorney with little or no money. Look for an attorney who handles Fair Debt Collections Practices Act cases.
The first thing you must do is research and find the court record so you can analyze the claim