Is there a statute of limitations on how long a company has to take you to court for a bill?
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Is there a statute of limitations on how long a company has to take you to court for a bill?
I have a bill from 5 years ago that I have never recieved any kind of notice or collections on until 2 days ago. The bill has been turned over to a law firm/collection agency. They also do not have my SSN on the original loan correct; the last 4 digits they have are wrong. Is there a statue of limitiations that limits the amount of time a company has to sue me over a bill? Also, if they have the SSN on the case and the original loan wrong, can they even get a judgement or garnish against me?
Asked on August 8, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Indiana
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You have written here that you are from the state of Indiana, correct? In Indiana the company has 6 years to bring an action against you (the statute of limitations). They may have enough to bring the action against you. And get e judgement. Speak with an attorney in your area. Try and negotiate the matter. Good luck.
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