Can payday loan from Washington put you in jail

No. As the other attorney pointed out, a complaint to the WA Attorney General's office would be warranted. From a civil perspective, whether they...

How can I stop a garnishment from medical debt?

If the medical services were rendered prior to your bankruptcy being filed, then this would be a bankruptcy discharge violation. If you are in the...

Can they keep increasing the amount of my garnishment?

The math seems a little funny. If they are pulling out 600 month x 12 that equals 2400 on the year. Even adding garnishment fees and interests,...

I am being harassed regarding a loan I paid off years ago, or so I thought! I REALLY need assistance please!

Most likely a scam. Even if not a scam, you are likely beyond the statute of limitations. Even if not beyond the statute of limitations, it is...

Can a person loan money to a friend to buy a house?

Be careful of the consumer loan act, RCW 31.04. Generally you need a license to lend on a residence if you want it to be a secured debt. You will...

How long can a collection agency come after you?

If its a WA based judgment, they are good for 10 years with up to 10 more years if renewed for 20 years total. As far as the amount, it is 12% per...

Medical bill

It is doubtful that you could have made a contract that would be enforceable. It might be worthwhile to contact the collector with proof of...

Why would lawyers office not email a settlement amount, only accepted a verbal agreement that I pay $1,450 of a $1,945 summons.

Less work and less liability on their part is why. All you do is send a confirming fax with the terms, tell them to let you know if you are wrong...

The Trustee has a duty to your creditors so in that sense they are not on their side as their goal is to liquidate and dispose of any assets of...

Possible debt collector after me? Or scam?

Scams these days are generally online, via phone, etc. Old school in person scams are declining but possible. What it sounds like is there is...