New York Debt Collection Defense Blogs

In New York debt collection defense, a recurring pattern frustrates many debtors: a creditor willing to take 20–30% before suit often wants 60–70% or more once a lawsuit is filed or a judgment is ...

In New York, settling a debt collection lawsuit involves a "Stipulation of Settlement." This document is a binding contract enforceable under CPLR § 2104 once subscribed by the parties or their ...

In the high-stakes environment of New York City debt defense, waiting is often not a neutral strategy. Whether you are dealing with a major bank or a third-party debt collector, many people observe ...

In New York practice, while retirement accounts and support payments are strongly protected under CPLR Article 52, those protections are subject to important statutory exceptions—particularly in the ...

Receive notice of a wage garnishment? Is your bank account frozen? 8 Points to Cover in Your Motion to Vacate a Default Judgment Although both statutes (CPLR §§ 5015 and 317) may not explicitly ...

If you have been served with a summons and complaint in New York City, you must respond in a timely manner to prevent a default judgment. This article provides you with the knowledge to do so. This ...