Senior Citizen's Handbook
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Click above to get more information about this topic from the Senior Citizen Handbook created by the Virginia State Bar.
12 Common Sense Rules for Dealing with Creditors and Debt Collectors
Debt Collection FAQs: A Guide for Consumers
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If you're behind in paying your bills, or a creditor's records mistakenly make it appear that you are, a debt collector may be contacting you.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation's consumer protection agency, enforces the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), which prohibits debt collectors from using abusive, unfair, or deceptive practices to collect from you. Read the Debt Collection FAQs to get your questions answered about debt collection practices.
Lidiando Con Deudas - Video
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Taking a Civil Case to General District Court (Part 1 of 3) - Filing and Serving Your Lawsuit
This is the first part of a three part document describing how to take a civil case to general district court. This document tells you how to file your lawsuit and get service on the opposing party.
By: Central Virginia Legal Aid Society, Inc.
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Taking a Civil Case to General District Court (Part 2 of 3) - Planning and Proving Your Lawsuit
This is the second part of a three part document describing how to take a civil case to general district court. This document tells you how to plan for your lawsuit and how to prove your claim in court.
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Taking a Civil Case to General District Court (Part 3 of 3) - Collecting and Enforcing Your Judgment This is the third part of a three part document describing how to take a civil case to general district court. This document tells you how to collect and enforce a judgment you get against a party.
By: Central Virginia Legal Aid Society, Inc.
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