Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Illinois

1. I have a phone message that tells me if i fail to call them it is considered a failure to appear and I will be arrested

Is this true?

I called the number, they knew my name and was looking for my ex spouse, if they could not talk to her they would send me a summons to appear in court. (Ive been divorced for 32 years and have no idea where this woman is).

2. Can i get a summons for bills created by a woman Ive been divorced from for 32 years?


Asked on 3/19/16, 7:23 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jonathan Shimberg Shimberg and Crohn, P.C.

I have a bridge to sell you. Ignore the calls. You have no liability for your X's debts from 32 years ago.

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Answered on 3/19/16, 7:35 am
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

No. In fact, the party that called you violated the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act. You could sue them!

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Answered on 3/19/16, 3:20 pm


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