When a Debt Lawsuit Begins A debt lawsuit rarely comes out of nowhere. By the time a case is filed, the account has usually gone through multiple stages of collection and may have been charged off, transferred, or...
If a creditor has obtained a judgment against you in Louisiana, you may be wondering how long that judgment can follow you. Many people assume judgments disappear quickly. In reality, judgments can remain enforceable for years and may...
Wage garnishment is one of the most serious consequences of a debt lawsuit in Louisiana. Once a creditor obtains a judgment, they may ask the court to garnish a portion of your wages directly from your employer. Many...
Being sued by a company you have never heard of can be confusing. Many Louisiana residents expect a lawsuit to come from the original credit card company or lender. Instead, they often receive court papers from names like...
Receiving notice that a default judgment has been entered against you can feel devastating. Many people assume that once a judgment is entered, there is nothing they can do. That is not always true. In some situations, Louisiana...
