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answered on Dec 16, 2018
Probably not. Bench warrants for failure to appear in civil matters are low on the Sheriff's priority list. Bench warrants for criminal matters are higher on the list. You don't say why you have a bench warrant outstanding so more information is needed to give you useful advice.
answered on Dec 14, 2018
Generally, debt collectors are bound by the provisions of federal law, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If they do not have your home/cell number, it is allowed for them to contact YOU at work. Talking with HR about your indebtedness is not allowed. If they contact HR it can... View More 
answered on Dec 14, 2018
The amount of interest a service provider can charge is usually based on state law. Interest on loans may be lower than interest on services or goods sold. Check with a lawyer in your area. Some offer free consultations. Take them up on it.
answered on Dec 14, 2018
Yes. Verbal agreements are still considered contracts in the eyes of the law. That said, there are limitations, such as: contracts involving real estate must be writting; contracts to co-sign for a debt must be written; depending on the law in your state, contracts involving money over a certain... View More
They say if we dnt pay the bill by a certain day, they will add it to our current service for payment. Can they do that?
answered on Dec 14, 2018
Answering your question invites a discussion of the "statute of limitations". The law encourages prompt resolution of debt issues. The longer resolution is delayed, the greater the risk of harm to either party. Tennessee has established time limits on seeking the court's help in... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2018
If you have any defenses to the lawsuit, you must assert them in your case or the plaintiff will win by default. Some defenses include: Statute of Limitations has passed and therefore the debt in unenforceable; you don't owe the debt because it was incurred in someone else's name and you... View More
The individual that signed the promissory note is currently unemployed and is unable to work at this time as he has suffered an injury while on the job. It seems that he does not have any other assets that I can put a lien on at this time.
answered on Dec 12, 2018
Sue and get a judgment anyway. In CA, it is good for 10 years and can be renewed for 10 year multiples in the future. CO probably has a similar arrangement. Good luck and God bless.
The lien would be placed as a means to pay off a promissory note.
answered on Dec 12, 2018
Probably not because worker's comp awards are generally protected from creditor's claims. WC awards are intended to compensate a person injured on the job and not to pay the worker's debts.
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