Disputing collections debt can protect your credit, but only if you know when it actually makes sense to do so.

Consumer complaints about debt collectors have surged nationwide, but experts say the law gives you tools to shut down ...

The statute of limitations also plays a critical role. Each state sets time limits on how long a creditor can sue you for ...

Complaints about aggressive debt collection have skyrocketed in recent months, federal data shows, a sign that more Americans are falling behind on credit cards and medical bills. The rise in ...

The likelihood that a debt collector will sue you over an unpaid balance depends on the debt, the amount and how collectible ...

With federal oversight in retreat, deep-pocketed collection companies are aggressively pursuing down-and-out consumers who are struggling with record levels of credit card debt. Meanwhile, consumer ...

Attorneys from the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands answer your questions about what to do if your ...

Credit card interest rates have drawn media attention following a recent proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% for one year. Organizations and analysts across the financial and banking ...