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Debt paid, got a call now saying money still own, subpoena issues apparently
Asked on May 26th, 2017 on Litigation - New Jersey
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I settled 2 small accounts with hospital in New Jersey ($100) in Sep 2014. I have a letter from collection agency that clearly states this. I got a call from unknown # saying now I have subpoena for me and according to their records account is still open. I told them I have letter to show its paid but they dont want to see it. Apparently the hospital was bought by another company. Now they are telling me that I will need to pay amount, plus attorney fees plus filing fees etc. I am really confused and need help. How do I handle this ? Is this a fraud call ?
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Anthony Van Zwaren
If you have all your records confirming payment, you can certainly dispute the debts. You may even have rights under the Consumer Fair Credit Reporting and the Consumer Fraud Act, but more information would be needed. You certainly can contact the courthouse in your county to see if there was an active court case that you might have defaulted in answering. Even though the amounts are small, if you prove that they are in the wrong, you may be able to file your own legal action under state and federal law that would entitle you to being compensated, even for attorney fees and punitive damages. So it might be worth discussing with an attorney.
Answered on Jun 01st, 2017 at 8:56 AM
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Edward J. Dimon
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You need to make a complete and detailed written record with the plaintiff law firm and with the court. Send Return Receipt Requested and Regular Mail. Call the Court Clerk and explain what happened and provide your proof. Ed Dimon
Answered on May 27th, 2017 at 9:22 AM