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Can I file a claim to receive my $428

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can sue him in General Sessions Court.
You can sue him in General Sessions Court.

I want to sue for a loan I let a friend borrow who hasn't paid me back. This has caused me emotional distress and I'm very upset about it.

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can sue him to General Sessions Court.
You can sue him to General Sessions Court.

dispute a debitor bankkruptcy

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Are you a debtor or creditor?  Garnishment is stayed in bankruptcy and depending on the debt, the underlying judgment can be discharged.
Are you a debtor or creditor?  Garnishment is stayed in bankruptcy and depending on the debt, the underlying judgment can be discharged.

What is the statute of limitations on medical debts

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Generally 4-5 years depending on the details. 
Generally 4-5 years depending on the details. 

Is there a statute of limitations on "unpaid attorney fees?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Yes - the same as any other contract.
Yes - the same as any other contract.

What would be the best way for me to get rent that is owed?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No such "best" way. Unless she is very wealthy, you are likely wasting your time with any type of lawsuit. This is the peril of "living together" and intertwining finanical issues. 
No such "best" way. Unless she is very wealthy, you are likely wasting your time with any type of lawsuit. This is the peril of "living together" and... Read More

I have a credit card with an agreement to pay up to $60 per month. They call me daily and sometimes twice a day if I'm late or short by $1. What to do

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you're late - they get to call. The remedy is pay on time. That stated they can't harrass you, call you at your job or call your cell phone if it imposes changes to you, absent you giving permission to do so. You may want to hire a lawyer to review the details for a collection violation case. ... Read More
If you're late - they get to call. The remedy is pay on time. That stated they can't harrass you, call you at your job or call your cell phone if it... Read More

I keep getting calls concerning an ex-daughter in law and I have informed the called that she passed away several years ago but the calls haven't stop

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You may need to call block them or hire a lawyer to sue them if its a debt collector, for violating the FDCPA.
You may need to call block them or hire a lawyer to sue them if its a debt collector, for violating the FDCPA.

Amex civil lawsuit

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
He will probably need to hire a lawyer to represent him at some expense if he intends to dispute it. AMEX is notorious for adding in legal fees and costs to such suits which can make a 5l lawsuit a 10k judgment quickly. 
He will probably need to hire a lawyer to represent him at some expense if he intends to dispute it. AMEX is notorious for adding in legal fees and... Read More

Looking for representation in a legal matter concerning a billing company and my personal LLC, of which I am the only employee. It is pending in court

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Sounds like you just did not handle it right.  Should be easy to get it back on track.  You need to make a cross motion to file an answer and get a trial on the issues you are raising.
Sounds like you just did not handle it right.  Should be easy to get it back on track.  You need to make a cross motion to file an answer... Read More

distress warrant

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to contact them to see if a payment plan can be worked out.
You need to contact them to see if a payment plan can be worked out.

How can I get my heavily indebted husband's name off a house we currently both own?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
If he is willing he can transfer his share to you.
If he is willing he can transfer his share to you.

Can a dealership repo your car for the remaining balance of a down payment after the bank already financed the car

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Possibly. Depends on the paperwork......but if you didn't pay the money you are risking the deal blows up with you defaulting. You need to pay what you owe before this gets out of handand costs you more in legal fees and craziness. 
Possibly. Depends on the paperwork......but if you didn't pay the money you are risking the deal blows up with you defaulting. You need to pay what... Read More

What will be next?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact the clerk of the court where you went and ask for a copy of the civil warrant. The judgment amount should be on that document.
Contact the clerk of the court where you went and ask for a copy of the civil warrant. The judgment amount should be on that document.

Furniture Repossession

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will need to return the furniture if you refuse to finish out the rent to own contract you signed. Otherwise you might find yourself arrested and prosecuted for theft per Fla. Stat. 812.155. Not sure what you were expecting about 90 days same as cash, since it seems you also didn't pay for the furniture fully inside the 90 days either, but for the future as a consumer you need to make sure you read and fully understand the transactions you are getting into. ... Read More
You will need to return the furniture if you refuse to finish out the rent to own contract you signed. Otherwise you might find yourself arrested and... Read More

I have a judgement I need to collect in the amount of 500,000.00 it was awarded to me in 2005.

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It depends on what court entered it, and where the judgment debtor has assets.  You will need to identify assets to the Sheriff to collect.  A private investigator can help your search.
It depends on what court entered it, and where the judgment debtor has assets.  You will need to identify assets to the Sheriff to... Read More

Same guy gave $10.000 check and came out with no funds. Then i try to negotiate with him for long time, i even made a contract, and ...

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Do you have a question?
Do you have a question?

I have a judgement for 500,000 and need to collect it and I have had it since 2005

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You need to know where he is and where his assets are located. If not, it is impossible to collect.
You need to know where he is and where his assets are located. If not, it is impossible to collect.

Can I take an ex boyfriend to small claims court over 1200$ I lended to him while we were together?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Anyone can sue anyone.  You would need to come to NYC to do it, and based on your post it is a he said/she said kind of fight that is tough to win without an admission in writing that it is a loan.
Anyone can sue anyone.  You would need to come to NYC to do it, and based on your post it is a he said/she said kind of fight that is tough to... Read More

Had my bank account Levy from a judgement over 10 years ago never got any court appearance

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You won't get a court appearance unless you follow procedures and request one. Even then absent some exemption - you may be stuck. You need to hire a lawyer to review this and address the issues as needed. 
You won't get a court appearance unless you follow procedures and request one. Even then absent some exemption - you may be stuck. You need to hire a... Read More

I've had to put a car i had for 6 months in the shop 5 times is there some way to get out of my finance contract

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not on the facts presented no. This may be a warranty or lemon law case if the car was new or had a warranty. 
Not on the facts presented no. This may be a warranty or lemon law case if the car was new or had a warranty. 

Returning a car with a loan

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
Depending on how much time has elapsed since you signed the new contract you may be able to unwind the deal but it is highly unlikely. Your next best bet to get out of this would likely be to file a chapter 7 bankruptcy (assuming you have enough other debt to justify it).  This would effectively allow you to escape from these obligations. Feel free to contact us for more information... Read More
Depending on how much time has elapsed since you signed the new contract you may be able to unwind the deal but it is highly unlikely. Your next best... Read More

Being sued by a deceased friend's wife for a loan she says i didnt pay back

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   2 Answers
You need to answer the case.  As this deal was not documented by either side, you clearly have defenses.  It would not be that expensive to defend.
You need to answer the case.  As this deal was not documented by either side, you clearly have defenses.  It would not be that expensive to... Read More

How can I respond to a lawsuit against me for money owed in a repossessed vehicle?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You are either bankruptcy bound or going to find yourself with a judgment for a bunch ofmoney that gets sucked outof your new business  unles you are able to work out something with the creditor. That stated, you have already made some really poor financial decisions in this matter so you REALLY need to finda means to hire a lawyer to defend the lawsuit and negotiate for you otherwise. ... Read More
You are either bankruptcy bound or going to find yourself with a judgment for a bunch ofmoney that gets sucked outof your new business  unles... Read More

Can a Distress Warrant be issued for overpayment of unemployment?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I can not answer your question because you did not tell me who the letter was from. I have never heard of a Distress Warrant. Call the entity listed on the letter to find out if this is a legitimate letter or just a scam.
I can not answer your question because you did not tell me who the letter was from. I have never heard of a Distress Warrant. Call the entity listed... Read More
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