Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida
What can they do?
I just recieved a summons in civil action from Ohio where I used to live. I am now in florida. It is from a charge account that was sold to another company that was not paid. This account was opened in 2000 & this is the 1st I have heard about this bill. It was in my name but my husband at the time also used it & was suppose to pay it. I can not afford to go to Ohio or to pay on this bill. I recieve DIC from the VA but it is just enough for me to live on. What is the worse they can do to me? Help please! Thank you.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: What can they do?
You should speak with an Ohio lawyer first. It may be that they can't sue you from Ohio. The Ohio lawyer may also be able to provide you with suggestions and defenses.
If they can sue you in Ohio, and the Ohio lawyer can't help, speak to a Florida lawyer. It's possible that Florida law protects your income and assets from the judgment. You may also need to consider bankruptcy.
Re: What can they do?
If this is a debt collection, company cannot sue you in Ohio and must come to Florida.
Need to have attorney in Ohio do motion to dismiss and request fees on your behalf for doing so. This is a clear violation.
see www. ConsumerLawyerHelp.com
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