QUESTION
What could I do if I'm being sued for my debt?
Asked on Jul 02nd, 2015 on Bankruptcy - Illinois
More details to this question:
A company is suing me for $1700. I am not employed and cannot pay an attorney. Under state law, what can they do against me? Do I have to show up for court even if I cannot pay?
1 ANSWER
Debt Collection Attorney serving Chicago, IL
Partner at
Edelman, Combs, Latturner & Goodwin, LLC
2 Awards
You should show up even if you cannot pay. If you don't a default judgment is entered, which can be enforced for 20-27 years. You do not indicate who is suing you or what the claim is. If you are being sued by a debt buyer by all means show up and demand a trial date. They are unlikely to be able to prove anything. You should get a fee waiver for the appearance fee from the court. See if you qualify for free legal assistance.
Answered on Jul 02nd, 2015 at 1:40 PM