Ownership of [collection] debt.

They don't have to include it in the complaint. Please see court rule 4:18-2 below. However, you should file an answer, case information statement...

A company sued me in small claims court

Yes. They can continue to try and collect the debt. However, to take you to court, they would have to file a motion to reinstate the original...

Potentially Yes. They have no obligation to give you an "official transcript" which will be required by your new school. You should be able to...

Dunning letters and amount switch

The addition of fees would have to be contractual in whatever agreement you originally signed with the creditor. Since they sent you a corrected...

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Judgments in NJ last 20 years and then can be renewed another 20. If the judgment has been docketed as a lien, any real property you own or will...

Can a debt collector tap your bank account to take money for a credit card debt if you are on disability?

I understand your frustrations and concerns. Generally, social security cannot be garnished, but I don't know Washington State law. You should...

Judgement issued to me instead of father (Same name)

You really need to find a qualified attorney in your area to handle this issue for you. You will need to get the judgment vacated. Legally, since...

Can a creditor file a summons for the same complaint in two different courts/jurisdictions at the same time?

I agree with Mr. Kim. This sounds like a violation of the FDCPA. I would definitely seek the advice of an experienced consumer attorney who can...

This is inaccurate. In NJ, a bank levy will remain in effect if there is insufficient funds in the account at the time of levy to satisfy the...

My name is on the house deed. My fiance is in debt to creditors and IRS. Can they come after my assets when we marry.

So long as you don't put him on the deed, the premarital property is yours alone and can't be reached by his creditors. See statutes below. Your...