Can a debt collection agency sue you?

You can check your local civil courts, usually online, and do a name search to see if any debt collection lawsuit has been filed against you. There...

I agree with other respondents to this post. You should contact an experienced consumer defense attorney to discuss the options of your particular...

If your former landlord has assigned the right to collect this alleged debt to a collection agency, then yes the collection agency has a right to...

Can a repossessed car result in my losing my home if I'm on SSDI?

Neither a debt collector or vehicle finance lender cannot force you to sell your home to pay an outstanding debt presuming no judgment or lien has...

Generally the statute of limitations on written contracts in California is four years, however some payday loan contacts have statute of...

Can Assignee of Debt Demand More Than Amount Paid for the Debt?

An assignee can "demand" any amount they like, however the demand does not equate to a legal right. When dealing with assignees of debt the most...

I am wondering how I can go back to court after a default has been entered. This is a civil matter.

You may be able to have the default lifted, however I recommend that you consult a local attorney for guidance on your options and the timing...

Can a proof of service be used more than once from a different hearing, don't they have to notify again?

If both you and your father were named as co-defendants, but you are not a licensed attorney, you can appear in court "in pro per" as representing...

I was handed a summons and complaint without a proof of service for a debt collection. How do I answer without knowing a POS?

If you do not file a response with the court before the expiration of thirty days after the date of service of the summons and complaint, you run...

Unfortunately, if a lawsuit is filed with the court before the expiration of the statute of limitations, the lawsuit is within the statute of...