If they obtain a civil judgment, they cannot take your social security. If you own real estate, such as a house, they can record a lien which...

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How long can a collection agency persue a former tenat on back rent?

without seeing the documents in the court file, I cannot give you a definite answer. If you were sued in 2002, that judgment is good for 10 years....

I am not an Independent Contractor but was given a 1099, now what?

You can file a complaint with the Labor Commissioner, stating that you did not receive salary and that your FICA was not paid by your employer.

Can debt collector take money out from account without judgement?

There may be a judgment entered somewhere in California. The Writ of Execution, a copy of which was served on your bank, will have a case number...

Have they filed and served a Summons? Or are they just threatening to sue you? You should not believe anything that a debt collector tells you,...

An Abstract recorded with the County Recorder will put a lien on any real property in the county in which title is held by the judgment debtor. If...

If your lawsuit qualifies for Small Claims Court you can file for a $75.00 filing fee. No lawyers are allowed. You will get a court date in 4 to...

What happens with a Notice of Levy?

Did you speak to your lawyer or to the creditor's lawyer? Do not rely upon anything that a creditor or its lawyer tells you. You need to find out...

Financial Dispute with ex-girlfriend

You can sue her. If the total amount is less than $10,000, you can sue in Small Claims Court. If you win, you will have a civil judgment. A...

Do I Have a Case to Sue AT&T?

Phone calls will not help you. You must put your dispute in writing, preferably sent by certified mail. Include all of the facts in your letter...

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