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Yes, a creditor/collection agency must obtain a writ of judgment from the civil court in the state where the debtor resides before any action can be taken against the debtor's property. The debtor will receive a final notice of judgment and be given a specified time to claim all exempted property from judgment action.
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Can a collection agency attempt to collect a debt that was settled by another collection agency as 'not valid' a year prior?
They can attempt to collect. If the debt can be proved to be invalid the information should be forwarded to the agency via certified mail. Whether or not the debt is invalid under the terms of the orignal agreement depends on the how it would be viewed in court (if it comes to that).
How long can a debt collection agency sue you in Ohio?
In Ohio, the statute of limitations for debt collection lawsuits is six years for most types of debts. After this time period has passed, the debt collector cannot legally sue you to collect the debt.
Is it legal for a debt collection agency to discuss your debt with your landlord?
In general, debt collection agencies are required to follow the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, which prohibits them from discussing your debt with third parties, such as your landlord, without your permission. If a debt collection agency is sharing information about your debt with your landlord without your authorization, they may be violating the law.
How does a collection agency go about filing a lawsuit against you?
If the agency is an asset buying agency, the debt is owed to them so they follow your county procedures for a suit...getting a case number, filling out and filing of the summons and complaint, service of the summons and complaint, affidavit of military service...see you in court. The save follows for non-owned debt except first they will validate the debt and get suit authorization from the original creditor.
In California what is statute of limitations for a collection agency to sue you?
A written agreement with a company is 4 years, and a oral agreement is 2 years from the date of last payment or activity.Remember, that even though a credit card company states that they will take you to court if you do not make a payment, or put a judgment on your credit - this is not true!!The only way a creditor/collection agency will take you to court is if you owe child support or taxes. Other then that you will not go to court for this type of debt. Do not let them threaten you in any way. Make sure you settle on this debt when you have at least 50% of the balance owed saved in your savings.Get an agreed settlement in writing that day before make your final payment. Then request a letter stating that the account is now paid in full instead of settled for less. Good luck!
Can a collection agency take me to court for unpaid debts?
Yes, a collection agency can take you to court for unpaid debts if they are unable to collect the debt through other means.
How can a business collect debt?
A business can collect debt by getting a collection agency to collect the debt. A business could also take it up in court or by putting a lien on the debtor's property.
Is it illegal for a collection agency to buy your debt and come after you?
No, it is not illegal for a collection agency to buy your debt and attempt to collect it from you.
Can a collection agency attempt to collect a debt that was settled by another collection agency as 'not valid' a year prior?
They can attempt to collect. If the debt can be proved to be invalid the information should be forwarded to the agency via certified mail. Whether or not the debt is invalid under the terms of the orignal agreement depends on the how it would be viewed in court (if it comes to that).
Can a business garnish another business for debt?
A business can't garnish over another business, but if they hire a commercial collection agency to collect the debt, even then the agency can't garnish. When a business debt collection service goes to Court, the commercial debt collection agency can arrange a settlement to "force" the Court to garnish over the debtor. Collection Laws varies in every state
Can a collection agency garnish your wages?
A Collection Agency that "owns your debt" can not garnish any wages. Assume that the collection agency in their efforts to collect the debt for their client, sues the debtor and then provoke that the Court works an arrangement to pay the debt, if the arrangement includes garnishment of wages then, the Court can garnish salaries. And there is laws to garnish wages that apply to every state.
In Arkansas can a collection agency sue you if the original creditor accepts payment on the debt?
If the debt was sold to a collection agency and the original creditor accepted payment AFTER the debt was sold, the money does not belong to them. If, however, you paid the debt and it was mistakingly sol after that payment, the collection agency can't try to collect. If you have proof of payment, forward it to the collection agency and deman in writing that they cease trying to collect this debt.
If the collection agency didn't collect anything from you do you still owe the collection agency anything in the state of Wisconsin?
Of course. If it's an unpaid debt, the collection agency owning the debt may try to collect it. And beware, they can track you down no matter what. However, they have to abide by certain rules, which are defined in the Fair Debt Collection Act.
Can a collection agency collect interest on your debt?
Yes, Collection agency can do that. But contact a good collection agency like Guardian Credit Services, they know will how to deal with customers to get money
If you already paid a debt can a collection agency legally continue to try to collect the debt?
Not as long as you can prove you paid it.
Do you have to go to court for debt collection?
Yes, if a creditor takes legal action to collect a debt, you may have to go to court.
Can a collection agency prosecute someone on supplemental security income?
A collection agency can collect from someone on social security or disability. If you incurred a debt, you can be prosecuted.
