Q: So a friend gave me her credit card to use for a few months while i was having financial trouble. Now she is not happy w
With the time it is taking me to pay her back. She is threatening to bring legal actions against me and is threatening to involve my son. I am making payments to her. Is it legal for her to go to my son's house and tell him about this situation?
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It sounds like you're already making efforts to repay your friend, which is important. If you're actively communicating and making payments, it’s crucial to try to resolve the situation with your friend through clear and respectful dialogue. Sometimes financial misunderstandings can escalate, but showing that you're committed to resolving the debt is a strong step.
As for your friend going to your son’s house and discussing the matter with him, that can feel very uncomfortable. While it's not illegal for someone to talk about a situation with another person, it may be considered inappropriate or even harassment depending on how it’s done. If she is making threats or behaving in a way that is intended to intimidate or harm your reputation, you may want to consult someone who can advise you on how to handle that.
It’s best to try and keep things as civil as possible and focus on resolving the debt between you both, without involving others. Your relationship with your friend may be strained, but open communication might help prevent it from becoming worse.
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