i receive a settlement for $3000 from a collection agent harassing me, and i just receive a letter saying that I'm going to receive only a $1000 from that $3000. Is that right that they keep 70% of the settlement. is there any way i can protest this by not signing my settlement papers?
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Read More Answered By: David Gibbs |
They may have the right to setoff the judgment against what you owe, but from the facts you provided, I cannot answer the question. You need to review this with an attorney before you sign or do anything.
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