[CShipley]

My son has been ordered to appear regarding an unpaid hospital bill. He tried to work out payments but was told her needed to pay in full. He has a seizure disorder (reason for the hospital stay) and can only work part time. While In the hospital I asked the financial aid dept if they could offer any assistance to which they replied "no - too bad he's not a minority" If the judge rules in favor of the hospital - can they charge interest and keep adding to this bill? Do we go to court or is it all for naught. He can't pay a %5,000.00 bill when he brings home $200. Per week and buys his own seizure medications. He now has health insurance which helps but due to stress bringing on seizures - he still can't work full time. He's just now driving again after 2 years of being unable to do so due to the frequent seizures.

[kcomissiong]

I'm sorry, but his inability to pay does not excuse him from the bill. They will likely get a judgment, and can attach his wages. His SSDI cannot be garnished, but his income can be. Additionally, if he has any money in a bank account that he cannot prove came from SSDI, they can take that as well.