I have a new case with Persolve, LLC that I thought I would write about. Persolve sued my client. My client doesn’t owe the money. So I filed an answer and served discovery. Persolve just responded to my discovery. They…
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California Debt Blog: More on sewer serves and debt collectors
Crain’s New York Business has an article today about sewer service in New York. The article points out “The spread of sewer service mirrors the growth of the debt collection business, which over the past 25 years has grown alongside…
California Debt Blog: More on Regional Arbitration Services
I have written about Regional Arbitration Services before. Sadly, so have others and others. Apparently, they have the same MO time after time. They call, threaten that the police are coming, then try to bully you into paying them money….
California Debt Blog: FAQ: What is a default and why should I worry?
Question: The debt collector sent me a “Notice of Entry of Default.” What is this? Answer: The short answer: a Notice of Entry of Default means that the debt collection attorney is asking the court to enter a default, or…
California Debt Blog: Fake Debt Collector Scam
This story is courtesy of News10 in Sacramento and Suzanne Phan.Here are the highlights of the story: “A Yuba City woman nearly fell victim to a terrifying scam involving a fake debt collector and a phony cop. Michelle Bertsch received…
California Debt Blog: Some debt collection phone numbers to watch out for
Based on calls to my office, existing clients and some research there are a few numbers you need to watch for on your caller ID: 1. 347-772-2135 – this is the number that comes up in the fake police scam…
California Debt Blog: More on JPMorgan Chase
Last week I wrote about the California Attorney General suing JPMorgan Chase for its debt collection practices. Today, Lawyers.com comes out with an article abou tthe same issue. There are two issues that should be pointed out. First, these practices…
California Debt Blog: JPMorgan Chase sued by California Attorney General
According to Yahoo, JPMorgan Chase was sued by the California Attorney General. The basis of the lawsuit is that JPMorgan Chase is filing lawsuits in California without any support. Basically, these are nonsense lawsuits where Chase cannot prove anything, but…
California Debt Blog: FAQ: Do I really owe a civil fine for shoplifting?
Question: I have received a letter from an attorney demanding money after my child (or myself) was accused of shoplifting. Do I really owe this money? Answer: Maybe.California Penal Code section 490.5 states “The parent or legal guardian having control…
California Debt Blog: FAQ: Who can help me with my debt collection lawsuit?
Question: I have been sued by a debt collector. Who do I call? Answer: An attorney. Let me explain a bit. Twice in the last week, I have had people call me after being sued by a debt collector. Both…