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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

We work hard to ensure that our clients have a thorough understanding of their legal alternatives to make informed financial decisions for themselves and their families. In this article we will answer the question: What can debt collectors do to you? Does Colorado Law Protect Me From Debt Collectors?

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What Is a Judgment?

Credit Corp

A judgment is an order issued by a judge or jury to settle a lawsuit. This decision details the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of each party. For example, if you fail to pay a debt, the lender can take you to court. In this case, the judge may order you to pay the other party as part of the court’s final judgment.

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What Can I Keep if I File For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

Sawin & Shea

If you are a victim of debt collector harassment, it’s important to know the debt collection laws, and consider your options for debt relief. Debt Collection Laws: What Can Debt Collectors Do? Filing for bankruptcy can provide you with a much-needed second chance when it comes to your finances.

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Domesticating and Enforcing Your Foreign Judgments With a Massachusetts Collections Attorney

Collections Law

Collecting debts from debtors having assets in Massachusetts while you are in another state or a different country used to be difficult, even if you had a judgment against them. Massachusetts was among the few states that had not adopted the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgment Act. Not Just Domestication — Enforcement, Too.

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Can Stimulus Checks Be Garnished in California?

Direct Recovery

Like many other consumer-focused states, California has put a number of different protections in place that forbid debt collectors from garnishing those valuable stimulus checks. Let’s dive into the details and break down exactly what debt collectors can and cannot do right now. The Judgment Factor.