Q. I was sued by a collector and also indicated they represented Household bank. The debt was 2 yrs past the statute of limitations (SOL) but they won a judgment. Can I file a complaint against the law firm? To whom should the complaint be directed, i.e. State Bar, Fair Credit reporting? A. I would [...]
Entries Tagged as 'Lawyer'
Illegal Zombie Debt Judgment – File Complaint Against Attorney?
May 28th, 2010 · 1 Comment · I'm being sued!
Tags: FTC·judgment·law firm·Lawyer·legal advice·statute of limitatoins·summons/complaint·vacating a judgment·zombie debt
If You Have a Lawyer – Why are You Talking to Me?
February 13th, 2008 · No Comments · Credit Counselor Front Lines
It frequently amazes me how many people will call me and say ” I’ve got a lawyer and they recommend doing so-and-so, but I wanted to check with you first.” Huh?? I’m not a lawyer, and I can spout case law right and left – but I have no experience defending anyone in court and [...]
Tags: Case Law·collection agency·court·debt·Debt Validation·FDCPA·Lawyer
I think I’m being sued!
February 8th, 2008 · No Comments · Credit Counselor Front Lines, I'm being sued!
Yesterday’s call: My client got a letter from a lawyer who offers to represent her and is giving her an advance “courtesy” warning that she is about to be sued. These lawyers peruse public records and in the hopes of getting new clients. And this client had not been served! So she is all panicky [...]
Tags: complaint·I'm being sued!·lawsuit·Lawyer·Original Creditor·Panicky
