Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

Explanation on Statue of Limitations for Debt owed

I had a case settled out of court and my lawyer never paid the medical bills. I contacted the State Bar Assoc. and was granted payment for creditor on my credit reports in 1997. Now, I'm receiving notice of a new creditor for which I owe money to. What is the statue of limitation as to time if I did not hear from them until now? The State Bar will not accept any further applications because at the time I had to notify them of all the liens against me. Thank you for your help.


Asked on 10/15/01, 2:51 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Ken Koury Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.

Re: Explanation on Statue of Limitations for Debt owed

it is 4 years on a written contract and 2 years if unwritten.

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Answered on 11/23/01, 3:00 am
Larry Rothman Larry Rothman & Associates

Re: Explanation on Statue of Limitations for Debt owed

The statute of limitations is 4 years on a written contract and 2 years on an oral contract. Were you able to obtain relief against the attorney? I would be happy to consult with you without charge. If you would like this assistence, please fax me to 714 363-0229 any documents you might have including any correspondence from the State Bar.

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Answered on 11/23/01, 6:30 pm


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