Blog Posts in June, 2017

Question : In a small claims court, can I be sued for a credit card debt, if the Statue of Limitations has expired? Answer: Anyone can file a lawsuit. If the statute of limitations has expired you ...

A dozen things that debt collectors are not allowed to do with respect to consumer debts. Debt collectors include collection agencies, collection lawyers, and debt buyers. 1. Inform third parties that ...

There was a good article today on divorcing and mortgages in today’s tribune (link below). We often get asked questions about this issue. Just because a divorce agreement says one spouse is ...

Question: Can a bank be forced to process checks in a timely manner? Answer: Deadlines for funds availability are set by federal statute, the Expedited Funds Availability Act. The relevant deadlines ...

Question : Can someone take you to small claims court for money they loaned you 13 years ago? Answer: If the agreement to pay was in writing, and stated all the terms, and was signed, 10 years from ...

Better Business Bureau of Acadiana is warning consumers to beware of companies that falsely promise quick credit repair, often for high fees. “Local and national companies are claiming to be able to ...