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pdk96
Sep 21, 2007, 09:40 AM
Can a family member sue you for a debt that is now over 15 years old? What about if she does not even have anything signed saying that I would pay her back. This family member is saying that she is talking to a lawyer about suing me for the amount I owe her and interest up to today.

tickle
Sep 21, 2007, 09:51 AM
Without a signed agreement I don't see how she can prove that she gave you any money.

CaptainForest
Sep 21, 2007, 12:03 PM
With no sign documentation, it makes her case very hard to prove.

And even if she does prove you owe her the money, there is a statute of limitations (SOL). It is usually about 6 years depending on where you live. Therefore no court will allow her to procedure with the lawsuit if you file a defence of the SOL is out of date.

She either does not know the law (hence talking to a lawyer) or does know it and is just trying to scare you.

ScottGem
Sep 21, 2007, 12:39 PM
If she goes to a lawyer, she will be shown the door very quickly.

However, there is a question of ethics here. Did you actually borrow money from her with a promise to pay it back?