That is not legal. Consult with experienced debt collection defense attorneys in the state where this occurred.

Do all you can to track down the person. Check people you both know, and where you met or saw this person.

File for a claim of exemption and seek a full accounting. Also put together your own accounting of payments made.

You would only be responsible to the extent you inherited money or assets from your father.

You do not want to give any indication they have authority to withdraw funds. Notify your bank and the creditor in writing of no authorization.

Check your own credit report to see if the debt appears. Whenever one is unsure, give no information, demand proof in writing (do not give your...

Yes everything you tell an attorney consulting in emails is confidential.

It is not typical for that type of case

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