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Median Debt Lawsuit Amount by State (2026 Study)
We analyzed 270,307 debt collection lawsuits. The median amount sued for is $4,875, ranging from $2,521 in Nebraska to $9,690 in Florida.
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Is It Safe to Use AI to Answer a Debt Lawsuit?
AI can draft a debt lawsuit response in minutes, but filing without an attorney review is risky. AI errors can lead to a default judgment.
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Dr. Phil & Solo Team Up to Tackle American Debt
Solo is proud to announce our official partnership with Dr. Phil McGraw to help people across the country find real, lasting debt resolution.
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Do You Have to Pay Taxes on Settled Debt?
Yes, you have to pay taxes on settled debt. The IRS considers forgiven debts part of your ordinary income, and therefore, taxable income.
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How to Respond to a Settlement Letter From a Law Firm
If you receive a settlement offer from a lawyer or law firm, it is important to respond professionally and cordially. There is no need to be combative.
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Can You Remove a Settled Account From Your Credit Report?
Settled debts stay on your credit report for seven years, but there are very limited circumstances where you might be able to remove them.
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How Long Does a Settlement Stay on Your Credit?
Debt settlement stays on your credit report for seven years, but that doesn’t mean you can’t work to rebuild your credit in the meantime.
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How Debt Settlement Affects Your Credit Report
Settling debt can hurt your credit, but it does less damage than not paying a debt at all. Settle debt will typically stay on your credit for seven years.
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What if I Miss a Settlement Payment?
If you miss a settlement payment, then the settlement is void. This means that the debt collector can pursue you for the full amount of the debt.
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Why Law Firms Offer Settlements
Law firms representing debt collectors are more than happy to negotiate settlements because it often saves them time and money.
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How to Negotiate a Judgment Settlement
Settlements typically become more expensive and challenging after a court judgment, which is why early debt settlement negotiations work better.
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Can a Judgment Be Removed After Settlement?
Removing, or vacating, a judgment is possible, but it can be difficult to achieve and generally requires proving that the judgment was obtained improperly.