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I have a certified copy of the Missouri judgment. What form do I fill and where do I submit it? Circuit Court personnel will not provide this information, only how much it costs to register the judgement.
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answered on Dec 30, 2021
Hire a competent TN attorney to Register the Foreign Judgment, as well as looking into the Judgment Debtor. Collections can be a difficult process at best, and impossible in many circumstances. Just localizing the Judgment does not collect a cent.
I received a call stating that a claim would be filed against me in my county and stating my name, they also said that an order to locate would be filed if I didn't contact this 855 number and that my legal rights would be forfeit.
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answered on Dec 20, 2021
Do you owe someone money? It may or may not be bogus, even if not a proper collection dunning call. Obviously you do not lose legal rights by not calling them back. But if you are served with a suit, inaction will result in a default judgment. Do not know what an order to locate is.
answered on Dec 6, 2021
You may have options and defenses. How old is the debt? It may be out of the statute of limitation period. Have you requested a verification from the creditor? Why do you think you do not owe it? You should have your issue reviewed by an attorney to see what options you may have.
I've been paying but skipped a couple month can they take my DLS they're a debt collector live in TN
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answered on Oct 29, 2021
Yes.. The collection agent can write the Department of Safety about your default. That will revoke your Conditional Release and Suspend your TN DL.
How do I get the lien removed
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answered on Oct 20, 2021
It can be very difficult. There is a civil penalty Statute for failure to release a lien, but lapse of time is inapplicable. You can request the creditor to release or file suit to have the issuing Court declare it released. Slander of Title actions usually violate the SOL.
I was served a civil summons and given a time and date to appear before the civil sessions court to answer a civil action brought by a debt collector (small claims). However, there was no Complaint attached to the summons, only an affidavit saying how much the debt collector claims I owe. Is there... View More 
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answered on Oct 11, 2021
Answers are not usually filed in General Sessions Court. You go to Court and defend yourself. You are confused with Courts of Record. I recommend hiring an attorney to represent you to at least mitigate the Judgment amount, or even file a Notice of Exempt Property to forestall collection by... View More
My court date is soon and I’m anxious over whether I’ll be given the option to pay the debt or if action like wage garnishment will be taken. I think I’ve saved enough to pay whatever court fees I’ll have and enough for the debt itself.
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answered on Aug 16, 2021
Call the attorney prior to Court and try to settle for a lesser amount now. Do not tell what assets or income you have.
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answered on Aug 9, 2021
Yes, it will be subject to Levy. Hire a competent attorney to claim your Exemptions with the Court.
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answered on Apr 5, 2021
You might check to see if there is an Estate to file a Claim against. Otherwise, you might call the DA and see if there are any remaining paid in funds to receive. Finally you may check to see if the Defendant had assets which would justify a suit for Damages, if within the SOL.
My apartment complex got bought out by a new management company and has somehow moved me out of their system. They have now switched over to online rent payment option only and i have no way now of making my payments due to the webiste saying there is no record of me living at the adress. No one in... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2020
Yes, I would go talk to the management company in person. If the facts are as you describe, they should be able to fix the error in their system. You could also write letters/emails to the management company describing the issue and asking them to rectify. If you are still unable to resolve this,... View More
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answered on Oct 29, 2020
It is very possible to sue the spouse of a medical care debtor. It is arguably a necessity and the creditor can go after the spouse, but you can try to defend against it with a decent lawyer.
Can I offer to pay it in full before providing an answer? Will that dismiss the case? I’m so confused about what to do and obviously cannot afford a lawyer. I am wanting to pay in full and avoid garnished wages.
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answered on Oct 28, 2020
Assuming you were sued in General Sessions, no Answer is needed usually. Hire a competent attorney for a small fee to contact the collections attorney and attempt cash settlement. It is possible the creditor could even stop or improve any credit reports about that debt, and your lawyer needs... View More
Poor workmanship on septic system that collapsed and had to be reworked. The county inspector and the State of Tennessee had to be called in to correct this issue. He was not licensed for this work even though he stated he was. He has his own remodeling business with new autos so he is still in... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2020
If you won a judgment then you can start the collection process. You have the ability to garnish wages, bank accounts, and levy real property. This can be a time consuming and arduous process. Consider hiring an experienced collection attorney to assist.
I have a Judgement, just placed a lein on the debtors property. I have a copy of the warranty deed signed over to only the debtor in December of last year. Also I have the TN realestate assessment data with value and descriptions of buildings on that property.
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answered on Aug 18, 2020
You can request the Clerk issue the Levy, but it will probably cost some money. Your Lien is good 10 years from judgment date, unless extended. The Judgment (certified copy) should be filed in Register's Office where the property lies, so it will then be a Judgment Lien. The Debtor may... View More
Will they be able to get a default judgement against him, even though I am there?
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answered on Aug 17, 2020
Yes a Default Judgment is possible against any defendant that does not show. You can cross examine about exactly who is liable on the debt, what payments have been made, etc. The critical legal issue is what you and him own together though, especially real property, for post judgment execution... View More
I settled over an $800+ bill in court and paid it off. Now the same collection agency on behalf of the same hospital, is saying i owe another $1900+ from previous service dates before the aforemention $800+ bill. Is this even legal? What should i do?
answered on Aug 11, 2020
Could be legal. Sounds like you only settled one bill. Without seeing the other bills, it's hard to say whether they can collection for various issues including statutes of limitations. Consult local counsel to best determine your options.
answered on Aug 3, 2020
I am not sure as to the question. If they stopped making payments and you want to collect you may have to bring a lawsuit against whichever one or both that bought the vehicle in order to collect. Your rights will either be based upon common law remedies - or upon your contract - if you have a... View More
She said this is from check into cash from TN. I didn’t even live in TN in 2013 and has an old address from 2011. She said they a trying to file suit against me. Can they do that if this is not my debt
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answered on Aug 3, 2020
Yes they can sue you. If served, hire a competent attorney to represent you. Talking to the creditor on the phone after telling them it has nothing to do with you will not help. The creditor should be forced to produce the check, any other writings about the same, and possibly a witness.
after 30 mins of waiting on his porch after contact was broke i knocked on the door. he answered, we said a few things, not argumentative, just discussing his options return or pay. i propped my foot in the door to prevent him from closing the door and ending contact. my intentions for doing that... View More
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answered on Jul 27, 2020
Hire a competent attorney to represent you on the Assault Charge. You will need to prepare for a Preliminary Hearing. Unless there are other facts than what you have set out, I would not agree to Diversion but try it if it is not dismissed after the Prelim. Do not have any contact/communication... View More
My son and I have the same name, Jr and Sr. He is deep in debt, I have good credit. Lawyers are sending me letters giving me 30 days to respond. I assumed they googled our name and found my address and assumed I am Jr. Do I need to respond. Can I tell them to buzz off?
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answered on Jul 21, 2020
You might be best served by disputing the Debt in writing. The collection outfit might go ahead and sue you. They will definitely affect your credit, where you should also make a written dispute. Also your Son might also contact them and explain who you are.
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