Re: NJ Statute of Limitations for Debt Collection

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I am going through the same thing with my grandmother. My
grandmother received hospital treatment in 2000. A collection
agency advised that she is responsible for approximately 1300.
Has the statute of limitations run out. When I asked them to
provide me with a statement they said they couldn't because the
hospital sold their debt. Does any one know about this?

On 8/08/06, Roxie wrote:
> On 8/04/06, Mike C wrote:
>> I have a question regarding the statute of limitations for
>> debt collection in NJ. I had a medical procedure in October
>> 1997. I paid the doctor what I owed from the insurance by
>> the end of that year. After that, I never received a bill
>> from the doctor or credit collection agency- until May
>> 2006. The collection agency states I owe money on this
>> account (almost 1500) Hasn't the statue of limitations an
>> out of this account? What are my options to fight this
>> alleged debt?
>
> Hi Mike,
>
> I am currently experiencing a similar situation and I am
> having difficulties in classifying medical debt under the
> correct SOL. However, I just wanted to share with you that
> your debt seems pretty old and their is a strong possibility
> that the SOL has expired. The collection agency will make
> an effort to receive one payment toward the debt from you,
> which may re-start your SOL depending on your state.
>
> So far, I have not been confirm the authenication of this
> information. This is the website: Be careful!! http://fair-
> debt-collection.com/statue-limitations-explained.html