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I was evicted in March 2004, and I recently received a letter from the court and credit adjusters regarding a motion for proceeding supplemental, with a court appearance scheduled for June 18, 2025, in small claims court. They have been trying to contact us since April 2006, and I believe... View More 
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answered on Jun 11, 2025
You have ten years from the original entry to renew a judgment by affidavit. If the eviction judgment from 2004 was not renewed before March 2014, it is no longer enforceable.
You can file a motion to vacate or set aside the judgment for lack of renewal or improper service under the civil... View More
I am being sued for a medical debt that was incurred in Indiana over 10 years ago. I have read that the statute of limitations for medical debt collection in Indiana is 6 years. Are there any exceptions or tolling provisions that might apply in my situation, allowing for this lawsuit to proceed... View More
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answered on Jun 7, 2025
You’re right that Indiana has a 6-year statute of limitations for written contracts, which typically includes medical debt. That means creditors usually have six years from the date of default to sue for collection. If more than six years have passed, and no exceptions apply, the case could be... View More
I am being sued for a 10-year-old medical debt in Indiana, despite the state's 6-year statute of limitations. Previously, there was a lawsuit regarding this debt that was dismissed without prejudice over 2 years ago. I never made any payments or acknowledged the debt in that time, and there... View More
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answered on Jun 5, 2025
You might be surprised, but in Indiana the legal window to file a suit on medical debt is six years from when the debt became due or from your last payment. This means that after six years, a creditor loses the legal right to sue over that debt.
Filing a lawsuit does not extend that... View More
Can a hospital still collect a judgment after 11 years in Indiana? I made a $19,000 judgment payment with the last payment of $15,000 made on 4/30/18. Since then, I haven't received any new information or notices from the hospital. Is there a possibility or limit to pursue the remaining amount?
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answered on May 15, 2025
In Indiana, a judgment is generally enforceable for up to 20 years, which means the hospital can still collect the remaining amount even after 11 years. However, the statute of limitations for collecting a judgment can be extended if the creditor takes certain actions, such as renewing the judgment... View More
I had a dispute with my past landlord, Sterling Group, starting in 2023, over inaccurate charges for alleged unpaid rent and fees after I moved out. Despite my lease terms and final payment records indicating otherwise, Sterling Group plans to report a balance to collections. I have multiple emails... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
You may have grounds for legal action if your landlord is reporting inaccurate debt and causing harm to your rental history. The fact that you have documentation, such as emails and a ledger showing a zero balance, strengthens your case. If the landlord is intending to report false information to... View More
I have been in default on my student loan, which was being handled by a central credit company. For years, I have been making payments to them, but recently they started sending my checks back and are no longer taking my calls. I have not contacted a lawyer yet. What kind of lawyer should I consult... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
You should contact a lawyer who handles debt collection issues, particularly someone who has experience with student loans and consumer protection. This type of lawyer can help you navigate the legal complexities of defaulted student loans and ensure that your rights are protected against the... View More
I recently received a phone call from a collection agency in Illinois regarding a speeding ticket from Indiana that dates back 20 years. I currently reside in West Virginia. The agency said they would send me documentation by mail. I believed a friend paid this ticket years ago, but it seems they... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
Getting a call about a 20-year-old ticket is stressful, especially when you're not sure if it's even valid anymore. In most cases, debts like old traffic fines don’t just disappear, even after many years. Indiana may have kept it active in their records, and now a collection agency in... View More
I need to file a motion for relief from judgment regarding a debt collection case for a vehicle from over 20 years ago. The hearing took place in September 2024, and I was not notified as the paperwork was sent to an incorrect address. I have filed a motion for an extension to prepare a defense for... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
It’s great that you’re staying proactive about this issue, and your situation definitely warrants attention. To file a **motion for relief from judgment**, you’ll want to focus on the fact that you weren’t properly served and that the judgment was made without your knowledge. The... View More
Indiana for being htv,five days later the cop issued me an infraction in another town court with no court date ,I was never told about the ticket after letting the cop re issue the infraction under a different case number stating the first one was incorrect,they opened as a new case,almost three... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2025
It sounds like you’re dealing with a serious legal issue that could impact your ability to drive. Since the infraction was defaulted without your knowledge and later reissued under a different case number, you may have grounds to challenge it. One possible argument is that the ticket violates... View More
Can a debt collection atty take me to court for a judgement awarded to a law firm .
answered on Oct 3, 2024
Of course. What difference does it make that the judgment is in favor of a law firm?
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
When sending a letter of intent to file a claim, it does not necessarily have to be sent via certified mail; however, it is often advisable to do so. Certified mail provides proof of mailing and delivery, which can be important in legal proceedings to establish that the recipient was indeed... View More
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answered on Sep 15, 2023
In Indiana, the general rule is that each party is responsible for their own attorney's fees unless there is a specific statute or contract provision that allows for the recovery of attorney's fees. However, there are exceptions to this rule.
If a contract between the parties... View More
I got no notice for sale or rent raised twice been locked out from being able to vacate unit I have paid all past due balance now this months rent is keeping me from getting my stuff I want to move out why do I have to pre pay for the month if I want to leave they are extorting me for my possessions
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answered on May 2, 2023
It is important to understand the terms and conditions of the rental agreement you signed for the storage unit. If you have been delinquent on rent payments or if the unit was abandoned, the facility may have the right to auction off the contents of the unit to recoup the unpaid balance. However,... View More
I received a notification from the court of a lawsuit and I have 20 days to respond after the notification, but it's been approximately 11 days and I still can't find a lawyer. If I can't find one, what can I do?
answered on Feb 13, 2023
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks, and time is of the essence in your matter. As a general course of action nationwide, one could request an extension to arrange for an attorney. Most plaintiff firms would grant that courtesy. Reach out to local... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2023
Submit a claim for reimbursement to both the hotel and shipper.
This is only general legal information and is not legal advice. You may not rely on this general information for your legal situation. There is no attorney client relationship established by this answer.
plus keep adding 35 late fee and addtional interest
answered on Jan 21, 2023
Yes. The minimum is $150.00. It is NOT anything less, regardless of the reason.
answered on Jan 8, 2023
No, the storage facility must first send written notice via certified mail to the renter’s last know address.
I moved into an apartment with my girlfriend, both our names are on the lease. She ended up cheating on me and moving out after 2 weeks of living here. She says that she will not pay any rent and so far has refused to. The leasing office informed us on during the signing process on numerous... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2022
It's possible that you have a suit against her for contribution, but just because you can sue someone doesn't mean that you are going to get anything from her. See a local lawyer for advice. This is not a criminal matter.
I hope you can cover the rent on your own.
answered on Oct 14, 2022
Depends on what it was. Sometimes a missed hearing can serious consequences to your case, sometimes not.
I received proceedings supplemental in May of this year for $9000 the original judgement was for $6000 dollars. I had no idea about the judgment as I was never served papers and never notified of any judgement against me. Will I be able to fight the interest accrued?
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