I have a judgement against me from a divorce lawyer for $20,000
(2 years ago) I was never served personally.Just found out about ti.
Anyhow I was told that they can go to my bank account and take my money for next 10 to 20 years.
I was told I should try to settle with the collection company,, if so how much to offer?? I have no idea...
Collection agencies will often settle for 25%-50% of the amount owed, but that taking less than the amount of the judgment. If you weren't properly served, you might be able to bring a motion to set aside the judgment. You or an attorney might be able to used that as a negotiating point to get them to take a lower amount. The collection agency doesn't have to take a lower amount, but it might be difficult for them to collect the full amount if you can't afford it or don't have the money available.
You should talk to a bankruptcy attorney or someone that handles debt settlement.
I shoplifted at Macy's today for merchandise totaling $167. I have never done anything like this before and I have a completely clean record. I used no tools to shoplift. I signed a form with Macy's agreeing to pay around $350, and was "arrested" by the police. I signed a citation agreeing to appear on court. When asked why I shoplifted, I told them I really had no good reason. I had money to pay for all the damages, and pretty much, I just wanted to be anybody but me (a miss little perfect) that day. I was under a lot of stress that I wanted to break out of my perfect little bubble. In a way, I was glad I got caught so it set me straight.
I am currently a 20 year old college student in San Diego majoring in Neuroscience.
So here are my questions:
1) Is there any way to keep this misdemeanor off my record?
2) If I can't get the misdemeanor off my record, what charges could I possibly face? Jail time? Fines? Anti-theft course?
3) I was arrested today (11/7/10). When will this "misdemeanor" show up on my record?
filing
How do i know if it is worth filing?
