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Anonymous |
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March 16 , 2002 |
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I had a cell phone back in 1996. I discontinued use of it and
was sure the amount due went on my Visa. I have not been contacted
since and just recently I recieved a notice in the mail from a
collection agency stating that I owe $1,175.00. I was wondering if they
can do anything, and why haven't they contacted me before? It has been
7 years and I thought it was paid. I have also had credit reports done
and there was no mention of this outstanding debt on any of the reports.
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Ann Clarke, Collins Barrow Limited |
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March 18, 2002 |
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If you owe the debt, the collection company is within their rights to
try and collect from you. The debt, however, may fall under the 2 year
"Statute of Limitations" if no attempt has been made to collect before
now. That means you may not have to pay it. You may want to speak to a
lawyer who deals with debt collection about this.
Ann Clarke
phone: (403) 296-2972
aclarke@moneyhelp.ca
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