What type of preparation do I need to make for a case mgmt hearing on a hospital bill that dates back to 5/2004 for collection?

The Case Management Conference will be a pretty informal hearing. The main purpose of this conference is to set a new trial date and associated...

I am trying to collect a judgment and I would like to know if an attorney can pull the judgment debtor's credit report?

I agree with my fellow attorneys that have already responded.

Married a woman with court judgments for debt, prior to marriage, can I be held responsible for that debt if I claim her on my

You will not be responsible for the debts she incurred prior to marriage. However, the creditor could try to levy on a bank account in her name. ...

I was hired by a firm that is fraudulent. Received two $1,900.00 cashiers check that bounced and am out at least $1,900.

This type of activity is a common scam and it is highly unlikely that you will be able to recover the money you lost. The Department of Justice...

Do I need to take legal action?

This question seems to pop up a lot. You cannot be arrested for an unpaid debt. The US does not have debtor's prisons. You may want to consult...

A collection co is trying to collect a debt. They left mess on my associates VM stating that they are going to garnish my wages

You may have a cause of action against this company under the California Rosenthal Act and the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. You...

I heard that claim of exemption hearing for wage garnishment must take place within 30days creditor file opposition paper.

I agree with attorney Kassan. Please contact an attorney if this process overwhelms you. B

Hi, I am being sued by a collection agency but my only income is Social Security Disability. Can money be taken out of my check?

I agree with the other two attorneys here that anyone can be sued. While you may not be "judgment proof" the fact that you are on disability may...

Sure, I suppose that COULD sue you. It would then be up to you to assert the affirmative defense that the statute of limitations has run. Best...

Can a warrant be issued for missing a payday loan payment?

You cannot be arrested in the US for non-payment of a debt. There are no debtor's prisons here.