Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Massachusetts

Collections Limitations

I had some mechanical work done on my vehicle in 08/02. I disputed a portion on the work done as it was not required in the resolution of the problem. I made an attempt to settle the issue at the time I went to pick-up the vehicle. The dealership had no one onsite authorized to deal with the problem and proceeded to drive my trunck into their garage and hold it until I paid the invoice in full. I absolutely need my vehicle for work the following day and had no choice but to write them a check. The dealership promised the service manager would call me back and never did. I issued a stop payment on the check. The debt was immediately sent to collections. A collections company contacted me and I sent them a written description of the issue. I never heard back from that company, but they sold the debt to another collections company. I reiterated the same issue to them and sent along with that letter a check for the amount which was not in dispute. That company sent the check back uncashed and I did not heard further until 9/06 - three years after I attempted to reconcile the issue. How long can these companies buy and sell this debt and how long do I have to deal with explaining the situation over and over again. Please help.

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