Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida

Re: Credit Debt

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Not many unless she can work out a repayment plan. The credit counseling agencies are usually a waste of time and money. They do nothing but take more money from a debtor.

If your mother cannot afford to pay the debt, you can choose to help her, or she can simply not pay it. They can take her to court and get a judgment if they choose, but will be unable to garnish her monies to satisfy it.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.