Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida
Cosigning
8 years ago my wife cosigned a loan with her x-boyfriend and we just received a call from a collection agency That it is delinquent. We paid it off and now want to know what legal action we can do if any to recoop the money. Thanks
Asked on 8/25/03, 5:00 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Alexander M. Rosenfeld
Rosenfeld & Stein, P.A.
Re: Cosigning
It seems that the statute of limitations has run on the claim. Payment is also a full defense. Whether or not suit is commenced you may have rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Consult with competent counsel.
Answered on 8/25/03, 5:17 pm