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I received a bill from the Lauderdale County Tax Collector for service 1 January thru 31 December 2025 for $168.00. They quote Section 19-5-22 of the Mississippi code. That's gives that agency the right to put a lean on things. That code does not say that I must have garbage pickup. Only if I... View More 
When I tried to pay them there was this ridiculous amount they requested as a minimum and wouldn't allow me to pay what I could at the time.
answered on Oct 20, 2024
I don't see anywhere that you asked a question. You are correct - they are not going to accept as a minimum payment, anything that you can pay. A minimum payment is the minimum required for your account to remain current, or to not progress to the next step in the collection process. If you... View More
My car was involved in an accident in Sept and went to a insurance agent referred shop. The shop owner gave the runaround about waiting for parts for two months. Finally the shop owner said he had 95% of parts and would work on the car. The next month the owner claimed his shop was closing. Fast... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2024
Since he has now filed for bankruptcy, you will need to pursue the matter through the bankruptcy court. I recommend that you consult a bankruptcy attorney to determine whether a proof of claim needs to be filed, to get you on the list of creditors, etc. Be aware that you will probably not receive... View More
answered on May 18, 2023
Unless you personally guaranteed the loans, just say no.
Basically he has two homes but he’s the only name on the homes and the cars we use. We finally opened his mail and he owes the irs a lot like over 50,000 in back tax.
He is in hospice and not mentally able to do anything like sign anything over or make a will.
I want to get the... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2022
In order to transfer the titles and deeds of property to another’s name after the death of the title owner, the estate will need to be probated so that the Court can issue an order allowing the transfer. The IRS can, of course, seize property to satisfy the tax debt; however, the question is... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2022
Typically, the only way to stay out of court on an open account case is by bringing the account current or paying off the remaining amount owed on the account.
Can the Credit Card companies sell the home even though the individual is unemployed? Can they seize bank accounts or investment acct even though the individual is unemployed etc?
answered on Oct 21, 2020
They can sue you and reduce their claim to judgment which can result in a judgment lien.
I am not admitted in Mississippi, but here in Florida it would not affect your owning your house free and clear because of our constitutional homestead protection; however, I cannot quote you the Miss.... View More
answered on May 22, 2020
Once a judgment is entered, then they request review of all of your assets to collect on the judgment. That being said, if you have been summoned to appear and fail to do so, you may also be looking at criminal penalties.
I was arrested for resisting the service of process. I plead guilty and paid a 500 dollars fine plus court cost.
answered on Sep 14, 2019
Pleading guilty is the same as taking it to trial and being found guilty. That being said, the conviction itself is what you were sentenced to (jail time, fines, etc.).
I called them to pick it up because i could not afford the payment anymore but they have not showed up for 5 months
answered on Aug 12, 2019
Yes. Why? Because--unless the "rent to buy" contract you signed allows you to cancel the contract at anytime--and also requires Aaron's to come pick it up ate your convenience you are stuck with the furniture--and stuck with the contract too. Enjoy.
answered on Jun 11, 2019
Whatever is charged by your municipality, as lawfully permitted by applicable public service commissions.
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Bill was 317.40 as of 2/15. I have made 2 $50 payments since then and my bill from 3/14 shows a balance of 473.40 with a new charge of 164.99 from 10/2014.
answered on Oct 6, 2018
3 years from the date of the initial charge; otherwise, it is considered an open account, at which point it tends to switch to the date of the last request for payment.
Is the document served legally binding if it hasn't been hand delivered by an officer of the courts?
answered on Jun 27, 2018
Yes; however, it depends on the exact circumstances in which the warrant was served.
Shouldn’t they be responsible for upholding their end of the contract? I’m out of pocket paying for repairs and now I find out the electric bill wasn’t paid the last two months of the tenets occupation of the property. They don’t want to take any responsibility or pay the bills that are... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2018
Assuming that you have a valid contract, because the company has failed to adhere to the terms of that particular contract, you may be able to terminate the contract, especially if they continue to be unwilling to follow it. If the company received funds that were supposed to be allocated to paying... View More
the state is trying to give him a felony charge and he is already in prison for 11 years and i want my daddy back
answered on Mar 6, 2018
Likely not. Once a child turns 21, they (not the parent) have 7 years to pursue back child support.
answered on Feb 1, 2018
Contact an attorney about your judgment or defaulted garnishment.
The other party claimed no bodily injuries. The responding officer gave me no ticket of any kind. At the time I had no license. It was expired. The last license issued to me was on 6/4/2010. Now I am finding out 7 years and 9 days later that my license is suspended because a judgement was found... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2016
1lesson--if you have a license, renew it while it's valid. Way easier, avoids the driving on expired charge;
2) Go to the DMV. Get a prinout of their history of your license. If there is a judgment notice they got, see if they can pull that and give you a copy (reason is it may just be... View More
They scared me into authorizing a direct withdrawal of $2400 from my checking account on Sept. 1, 2015 to avoid a civil lawsuit. What options do I have? I have since researched them and several complaints have been made against them.
answered on Aug 26, 2015
Talk to a consumer protection lawyer in your area. Depending on a number of variables such as how they "scared you," whether or not the collection agency misrepresented the legal status of the debt and the actions they could take, etc., you may have a claim under the Fair Debt Collection... View More
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