Expired Debt Lawsuit Defense

Summary

In Mississippi, the statute of limitations for debt collection is generally three years. If a debt collector sues you after this period, you may have grounds to dismiss the case. The applicable statute of limitations is typically from the state where the lawsuit is filed. If served after the statute has expired, you can file a motion to dismiss. Consulting with an attorney is advisable to confirm the applicable statute and assist with the dismissal process.

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I'm being sued by debt collector but the debt is three years old.And I am in the state of mississippi
In Mississippi, the statute of limitations for debt collection is generally three years for open accounts and written contracts. This means the debt collector may not have the legal right to sue if the debt is indeed older than three years.
- Consider verifying the type of debt and the exact date of default.
- You might want to consult with an attorney to explore your options.
Would you like assistance with finding a local attorney to help with your case?
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It seems like you have already provided all the necessary information to be connected with a local attorney. The statute of limitations issue makes your case potentially strong for legal assistance. If you have any further questions or need additional help, feel free to ask.
If i'm being sued in the state of mississippi for a old debt from another state, would it go by mississippi statue limitation or the other state
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In such situations, the statute of limitations that applies is generally the one from the state where the lawsuit is filed, which is Mississippi in your case. However, this can vary depending on specific circumstances and contract terms. Consulting with an attorney is advisable to confirm which statute applies to your case.
If I got served papers for being sued after the statute of limitations issues what does that mean the court case?Will be thrown out
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If you've been served papers after the statute of limitations has expired, it is possible to have the case dismissed. You may need to file a motion to dismiss, citing the expired statute of limitations as the reason. Consulting an attorney to assist with this process would be beneficial.
I'm being sued by debt collector they filed for does lawsuit.The four statute limitations and I got served after statute of limitations
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If you've been served after the statute of limitations expired, you could potentially have the case dismissed by filing a motion. It's crucial to act promptly. Would you like help finding a local attorney to assist you with this process?
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It seems like you're already in the process of being connected with a local attorney, which is great given your situation. If you've been served after the statute of limitations has expired, you may have a strong case to dismiss the lawsuit. Make sure to discuss all the details with your attorney. If you have more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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Adrian, it looks like you're on the right track to potentially having your case dismissed due to the expired statute of limitations. Make sure to provide all necessary documents and details to your attorney for the best legal strategy. If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out.