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Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »Work has erupted. I’ve been in tears and trying to no hurl. Bad bad stomach pain. Plus...the hospital that gave me sepsis...that told me i had a zero balance... with no bill or any communication sent me to a vile collection agency! I’m sick!
It appears to me that to save Yourself You need to change work environments, this one id making You sick !
Hang in there, I doubt that anyone working at a collection agency has any humanity.
These should be worth a look and will also inform You what they can do
https://www.creditinfocenter.com/legal/sue-your-creditors.shtml
How to Sue Your Creditors in Small Claims Court
Written by: Kristy Welsh
Last Updated: September 8, 2017
Did you know you can sue a creditor or a credit bureau for violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act? Violations happen all the time to unsuspecting consumers who don't have a clue as to what their rights are — let alone that they can sue someone for these violations.
https://www.creditinfocenter.com/legal/fdcpa.shtml
Worth a read IMO Roger
Who Can You Sue and What Can You Sue For?
Also
https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/what-can-you-do-if-debt-collector-violates-the-fdcpa.html
What Can You Do If a Debt Collector Violates the FDCPA?
Here's what you can do if a debt collector harasses you or otherwise violates the law when trying to collect a debt from you.
https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/illegal-debt-collection-practices.html
https://www.stopcollections.org/cpc/general?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=sue a collection agency&utm_content=243933375518&utm_campaign=FDCPA+Exact&__egma[MatchType]=e&__egma[Network]=g&__egma[Device]=c&__egma[Creative]=243933375518&__egma[Placement]=&__egma[AdPosition]=1t2&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9bmNw_bz3AIViB-GCh0ZBQ2tEAAYAiAAEgL3K_D_BwE
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Your Hospitals are terrible down there as I see it.
Don't be afraid to see a Lawyer
Good Luck
Roger2 -
Hi JanHello!
Val, I hope things go better. Sounds like you are putting in some rough time.
I am just trying to get back to some normal semblance of just eating sensibly. I guess my social obligations are just a hindrance I need to work with. That puts out the keto, which works well if I could just stay home! Interesting articles, still catching up.
Stay sane all!! ...Jan
Social Eating gets me every-time too.
I tried Keto back in the 80s and it worked OK until I stopped than Shazam the weight came back
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Have a Good Day
Roger2 -
Thanks. We have a new top lawyer at work who has been asking the right questions. Talked to one local lawyer re hospital...he was wretched and rude! I’m so worn out in every way.1
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I just posted more humor, Enjoy
Hi
I'm back home from walking no cents. The Temperature out the door was 77 degrees and uncomfortable while walking due to humidity IMO.
There was a light show out the living room window yesterday evening with Thunder and rain as an accompaniment. Then I suspect the Loud thunder that returned in the night woke me up and there was a couple of really loud Thunderclaps after I was awakened. 100% chance of rain as it spritzed, Technical term, in the afternoon then a heavier rain in the evening. The 10 O-Clock weather showed 0.6 inches nearby and then more fell overnight, After the Thunder probably woke me up I could hear large drops hitting the window AC.
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Have a Great Weekend
Roger2 -
Hi Jan
Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »Thanks. We have a new top lawyer at work who has been asking the right questions. Talked to one local lawyer re hospital...he was wretched and rude! I’m so worn out in every way.
I feel so sorry for You having such a hard time for a while now. Be Strong.
I was lucky the few times I have used a lawyer they were polite and helpful, so much for southern hospitality?
The one we have now is great, she has handled things for the family for years.
My Sister is having many problems with a lawyer in California that here Washington state lawyer referred her to so I know we have been lucky here in NJ.
With Lawyers as with any service type, research is important as well as referrals by someone You trust.
FWIW I have seen bills come in a year after the doctor performed the service. Why or how , I do not know
Good Luck, Here's hoping for a speedy resolution.
Roger2 -
Good morning!
It is humid and thundering here. We are supposed to get a cooler trend and less humidity soon. I eagerly await! Those were some thunderclaps to wake you up like that!
The best lawyer is recommended by a friend who won in court...IMO.
I had trouble with a collection agency once. They made tens of calls. I finally told them I always paid my bills, and always ask at the DR. office if I am current and paid. I would get a lawyer and report and sue them if it continued. Then I drove to the Dr. and explained what was happening. I showed my receipts and told them not once did they ever contact me if I even owed anything. I was polite, but in no uncertain terms, firm and told them to fix it. I had one call after which I did not answer and that was it. A month and a half later the one doctor in the group was shut down due to insurance fraud. No insurance would pay off on his patients after that. Kind of a shame as he was a good Dr. who I think just had issues with insurance dictating his treatment especially for the poor. Not a fight you will win...plus you just cannot break the law, no matter how unfair it seems....
Life can just be so difficult. Perhaps you need to checkout the jobs where your former boss went, Val. The one who said he would help you...I am sorry that job is so hard on your health. It should not be that way...
I hope it is fixed for you soon too! Stay safe all! ...Jan1 -
I accomplished quite a bit of yard work...4 large yard trash bags plus more not yet bagged. After which my knees and back were in considerable pain.1
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Humor was just posted
Hi
I'm back home from walking no cents. The Temperature out the door was 70 degrees and was comfortable while walking with a light breeze until a light rain made its appearance. That led to me pulling out the disposable rain poncho which blocked the breeze and made the walking less comfortable.
Today is forecast to be cooler and the humidity is forecast to drop for a couple of days.
Yesterday there was rain in the early evening.
Some has to be paying the costs.
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RALEIGH
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Have a Great Sunday
Roger2 -
Hi JanGood morning!
It is humid and thundering here. We are supposed to get a cooler trend and less humidity soon. I eagerly await! Those were some thunderclaps to wake you up like that!
The best lawyer is recommended by a friend who won in court...IMO.
They were really loud to be heard like that. They woke both of us up. It looks like a couple of days of lower humidity and then back up again. At least the temperatures will be lower for the upcoming week
It appears I am lucky that I have not had to deal with a collection agency. Your handling of the collection agency was brilliant.I had trouble with a collection agency once. They made tens of calls. I finally told them I always paid my bills, and always ask at the DR. office if I am current and paid. I would get a lawyer and report and sue them if it continued. Then I drove to the Dr. and explained what was happening. I showed my receipts and told them not once did they ever contact me if I even owed anything. I was polite, but in no uncertain terms, firm and told them to fix it. I had one call after which I did not answer and that was it. A month and a half later the one doctor in the group was shut down due to insurance fraud. No insurance would pay off on his patients after that. Kind of a shame as he was a good Dr. who I think just had issues with insurance dictating his treatment especially for the poor. Not a fight you will win...plus you just cannot break the law, no matter how unfair it seems....
Life can just be so difficult. Perhaps you need to checkout the jobs where your former boss went, Val. The one who said he would help you...I am sorry that job is so hard on your health. It should not be that way...
I hope it is fixed for you soon too! Stay safe all! ...Jan
Break the law, get caught and take the consequences, Insurance fraud is a killer in the medical profession.
Have a Good Day
Roger2 -
Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »I accomplished quite a bit of yard work...4 large yard trash bags plus more not yet bagged. After which my knees and back were in considerable pain.
Earlier this week I was weeding in the back yard and some kind of biting critters got me leaving lots of itchy sore spots.
I hope that Your Knees and back get better quickly.
Good Luck
Roger2 -
Congratulations
Buttons61 2 hours ago
lost 5 lbs since last weighing in!
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Struggling with sinus infection and asthma today. Allergic to those weeds and shrubs.1
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I will be posting more humor in a couple of minutes
Hi
I'm back home from walking no cents. The Temperature out the door was 68 degrees and was comfortable while walking with a light breeze.
Lucky me that our humidity has dropped, I think I may Mow the lawn later on when it is not quite so early.
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Have a Great Monday
Roger2 -
Hi Jan
Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »Struggling with sinus infection and asthma today. Allergic to those weeds and shrubs.
I'm sorry to hear that You are struggling, Allergies are no fun.
It was pretty comfortable walking for once, Thus I went further than I have been going lately when the humidity sucked away my get up and go.
Truck Jokes
One Big Rig Driver to the other, next time You pass one of those small cars please go around it
Truck Drives kicking a flat Tire. Car Driver asks, Have a Flat ?
Trucker says, No Thanks, One is enough.
Good Luck feeling better quickly
Roger2 -
Thanks for the funnies Roger. Those Italian bridge collapses are shocking. I’m having a much better day today than Friday! The hospital has called-off the collection agency. I’m meeting with them tomorrow to discuss my request. I have in writing from my boss’ boss that i did not inappropriately release information as he indicated during Wednesday ‘s meeting. I integrated Ignis (my friend’s 100# pit bull) into the pack. And, I think I’ve averted a sinus infection by diligently flushing. Yes...this is much better than Friday! Hugs to all!1
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Hi!
So glad things are better Val!
Exhausted from very long Sunday. Had my echo Monday and it was tiring and a wee bit long and uncomfortable. Laying flat is hard with sleep apnea, especially when they want you to hold your breath on the exhale, since you are not breathing well to begin with...Colonoscopy is Thursday...
I forgot to congratulate you on your dime you found a few days ago, Roger!
Had about 5 inches of rain today...after I got home!!
Take care all!! zzzzzzz...Jan1 -
I posted more humor a few minutes ago, enjoy
Hi
I'm back home from walking no cents. The Temperature out the door was 66 degrees and was comfortable while walking with a light breeze.
Such a nice change in weather
There is some rain in the forecast for later.
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Have a Great Tuesday
Roger2 -
Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »Thanks for the funnies Roger. Those Italian bridge collapses are shocking. I’m having a much better day today than Friday! The hospital has called-off the collection agency. I’m meeting with them tomorrow to discuss my request. I have in writing from my boss’ boss that i did not inappropriately release information as he indicated during Wednesday ‘s meeting. I integrated Ignis (my friend’s 100# pit bull) into the pack. And, I think I’ve averted a sinus infection by diligently flushing. Yes...this is much better than Friday! Hugs to all!
I'm glad You are enjoying them, some of them are really funny.
Weak cement is not just overseas. I knew a mason that was involved with building a new prison. They had to stop building while it was determined if the lower strength cement that was poured and cured for a while then cores were taken for testing.
Your job sounds like it has a bunch of CYA types that will blame anyone and anything rather than take responsibility.
Great that You are having a better day, You deserve it.
Congratulations on avoiding the infection.
Roger2 -
Hi JanHi!
So glad things are better Val!
Exhausted from very long Sunday. Had my echo Monday and it was tiring and a wee bit long and uncomfortable. Laying flat is hard with sleep apnea, especially when they want you to hold your breath on the exhale, since you are not breathing well to begin with...Colonoscopy is Thursday...
I forgot to congratulate you on your dime you found a few days ago, Roger!
Had about 5 inches of rain today...after I got home!!
Take care all!! zzzzzzz...Jan
You had two tough days from the sound of it. I have never been able to sleep on my back. I sleep on my side which some statistics I saw indicate puts me in the majority. They also suggested putting a small pillow between the knees when sleeping like that.
Thanks, better than nothing like lately again.
5 Inches or rain is too much
Good Luck with the Colonoscopy Thursday
Roger2 -
Hello!
Almost felt human again today. Still a little stiff and sore. The climbing on the table was about as uncomfortable as her pressing that ultrasound wand to reach my heart. I am a little sore from that too, believe
it or not!
I ate easy to digest thing today. Tomorrow is all clear liquids. Hope I can do that, lol...And the prep.. @ bottles mixed with just 6 oz. each. Much better than that 2 gallon jug....
Interesting article about the old city in Kansas. There is so much we do not know. You have to just love it when people think they have all the answers...I can sympathize with both sides of the little house issue. I do not think I could live in those smaller ones. That is pretty small. It would be nice if they would buffer the neighborhoods with some parks and forest....
I have to admit I pick pretty fruit and veggies over the ugly. But I would not and do not throw it out...I bet if they offered it next to the pretty and a discount it would sell. Better than waste. Especially if it is cut up, then you can not even tell. ..They may taste more authentic!!
Some sprinkles today. And a small less humid front expected. Welcome!!
Take care all. Val, my daughter swears by her neti pot!! ...Jan1
