Medical loan from out of state bank in New York. Do I admit or deny?
If you fail to respond timely, then the creditor will seek a default judgment against you so please make sure you handle this timely. If you have the resources, I would contact an attorney in your area---collections or general practice---and discuss this matter with them, obtain your options and... Read more »
I got this 3/25/21and the amount owed is 732.61 to drug emporium. The account has been closed that the check was written on and NO ONE WOULD accept this if the business has TELECHECK.
1) File an incident report with the bank,
2) File a criminal complaint with the Sheriff.
I was uninsured during the accident and was at fault. I cant pay the amount in full but it was sent to a collections. I want a letter saying it's been handled & I'm paying for it overtime....I need it to present to the judge.
They should give you one. Hopefully, you are paying by check so the check is your receipt.
I was uninsured during the accident and was at fault. I can pay the amount in full but it was sent to a collections. I want a letter saying it's been handled & I'm paying for it overtime
Pay it by check in full. Note on the check that it is payment in full and send it with a cover letter that you need a Release. Then get insurance.
I signed a lease and paid deposit and first month rent. Next day I told the landlord I wasn't interested anymore. She said if she get someone in the house unit within 3 months that I will be off the hook. She rented the house the very next month. New tenant was living there. I checked my... Read more »
Check your lease for a lease termination fee. Send notice of your termination by certified mail, return receipt requested, or by fax to the landlord.
That has already been acquired ?
Yes. Impounded vehicle will not be released without fee being paid.
I live in Winnfield, LA 71483, need an bankruptcy Attorney in the Alexandria, Louisiana area that can maybe help me with this. Could you maybe help steer me in the right direction??
Check with your local bar association or legal aid society. They maintain lists of lawyers who handle cases for reduced fees or pro bono (free).
I paid all my monthly fees while out on probation. I actually paid 75$ a month, whereas i was only ordered to pay 63$. I was was let off early for good behavior & was told all my fees were paid up & i was done. Shortly after i get a Governors Pardon. Then a bit later, i begin getting... Read more »
They're not and you don't owe it. Send your P.O.a copy of proof.of.period of incarceration.
My Dad & I have a joint car loan accout, I went online to make payment & it said- Account in bankruptcy you can make payment if you choose but we aren't attempting to collect a Dept. -I have paid for this car sense 2016 & want to know what I need to do moving forward or will my can... Read more »
When a bankruptcy is filed the lender usually stops accepting the payments online and you must mail them in. Sometimes they will send a payment book. Check with the bankruptcy attorney who filed the case.
Go to the bank and report it immediately because someone has your account information.
I feel that the breach of peace law was broken also other violations dealing with Louisiana code possibly could be broken my license plates was not given to me nor have I been afforded the right to to get them off of vehicle no type of notices was delivered to me in form of mail beforehand I had no... Read more »
You need to hire a local attorney familiar with collections. He can guide you through what you need to do. This is not a bankruptcy question.
I've already posted eviction notices and the tenant has moved out as of march 18th 2017
A claim of this size is probably best brought in Lafayette City Court (assuming it's within city limits). I would contact the Clerk of Court for the 15th JDC and ask how to proceed. I will warn you that even if you do get a court order awarding back rent, in many cases it is very difficult to... Read more »
It usually depends on the amount you are being sued for and the court in which you are being sued. It can be as low as $600.00 and as high as $2,000 or more not including the court costs. Every attorney has a different fee structure. Some will charge a fixed fee and some will charge an hourly... Read more »
Wage garnishments are difficult to challenge once they have begun, however, you may have options if there was anything improper about the collection process or institution of the garnishment. State and federal laws protect consumers from unfair collection practices and it may be worth speaking with... Read more »
Is trying to collect. Never paid a dime. Filed bankruptcy but had forgot it existed so wasn't included. They say I'm responsible from 2010 on could this be a valid note still under louisiana law
Generally, the limitations period for suing someone on a promissory note is five years. This means the creditor may have lost the legal right to enforce the alleged debt.The details of your situation, however, may change whether or not the debt is still legally enforceable.
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I defaulted on a loan but have paid the creditor back. In the initial onslaught of the default the creditor called my job every hour on the hour for a week. They threatened to show up there and discussed my defaulted loan with whomever answered the calls. At the time I was out of state at a... Read more »
You likely have a case against the creditor based on the actions you described and may be able to recover your lost wages.Small claims court, however, may not be the best venue for your claims. There are both state and federal laws that may be in play here and a consumer attorney will provide you... Read more »
I registered for online classes but failed to drop them. Can I still ask them to provide legal documentation which holds me accountable for this debt? I don't recall signing any paperwork.
You likely can still dispute the bill and may have defenses to collection of the alleged debt. If you are being contacted by debt collectors, there are federal and state laws that provide dispute rights and protection from unfair collection practices.
I recommend speaking to a Louisiana... Read more »
I'm not working at the present time. My bills have fallen behind.
You can't go to jail for not having the money to pay a bill collector, but you can be arrested for violating a court order. Even if you don't have the money to pay the debt, failing to appear in court is not a good solution.
If you don't understand the paperwork you... Read more »
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