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How to Fight an Eviction
Fight an eviction by reviewing your lease, raising defenses like discrimination or improper notice, or filing a Motion to Dismiss before your hearing.
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States Where You Can Go to Jail for Debt
You won't go to jail for owing a debt, but if you intentionally miss a court date involving the debt or fail to obey a court order to make payments, you might.
Debt Collector Guides
How to Resolve a Debt with Nathan and Nathan PC
Resolve debt with Nathan and Nathan PC by validating the debt, responding to lawsuits on time, raising defenses, and negotiating a settlement.
Debt Collection FAQs
Can a Debt Collector Take My Car in California?
Yes, debt collectors can take your car after a court judgment in California, but $2,300 of equity is protected. Settle or respond to the lawsuit to keep it.
Debt Collection FAQs
How Do I Find Out If I Have Any Judgments Against Me?
To see if a judgment exists against you, use our guide to search your name on your state’s court website and call the court clerk to confirm.
Debt Collector Guides
Sued by American Express? How to Settle Your Debt
If sued by American Express, respond on time with an Answer, demand debt validation, raise affirmative defenses, or negotiate a settlement.
Debt Collector Guides
How to Settle Debt With Harvard Collection
If Harvard Collection Services is suing you, don't ignore it. Instead, use the right affirmative defense in court and how to settle the debt for less.
Debt Collector Guides
How to Settle Debt With Kramer & Frank
If you’ve been sued by Kramer & Frank, you should respond with a written Answer to block a default judgment. This will buy you time to negotiate and settle.
Legal Aid
Why Being Judgment Proof Is Not a Defense to a Lawsuit
Being judgment proof isn't a legal defense; it just means collectors can't recover from you. You still need to file an Answer to avoid default judgment.
Debt Collector Guides
How to Settle Debt With Alco Capital Group LLC
Settle debt with Alco Capital Group by responding to lawsuits on time, demanding validation, and negotiating a written settlement for less than you owe.
Legal Aid
How to Satisfy a Judgment
Satisfy a judgment by paying it in full or settling for less, then filing a Satisfaction of Judgment with the court to clear it from public records.
Debt Collection FAQs
How Long Does a Levy Stay on a Bank Account?
A bank levy stays on your account until the debt is fully repaid. Even if your bank account sits at $0, creditors will return to collect from new deposits.