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Collection agency and an attorney

My father n law bought a tv in conns electronic store about 5 years ago.... He got sent to a collection agenncy whom hired an attorney... know they are saying he owes 6,000 and he bought the tv for 2,000. Is this possibile? Also agent in charge of this account is very rude and does not want to give explanation on why he is being charged.. for eexample like attorney fees... she just says this is what is owed very rude and un educated woman... How can we go about to speka to someone elsse to make a settlement on this account before we go to court???? Please help were confused


Asked on 1/31/07, 12:49 pm

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Lewis Palomino Law Office of Lewis Palomino

Re: Collection agency and an attorney

The collection agency can threaten to sue to collect the moon from your dad, but it doesn't mean they will prevail. Nearly all lawsuits include a petition for attorney's fees, but it doesn't mean every successful litigant recovers them. Many unscrupulous collection agents hold themselves out to be attorneys in order to intimidate debtors into paying outrageous amounts. Ask for information about their attorney so that you can contact that office and attempt to settle your account. Be aware that collection agencies must adhere strictly to both Federal and State fair credit acts. If they don't you may have a case against the collection agency. Consult an attorney.

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Answered on 1/31/07, 1:10 pm


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