Services Available in Louisiana
Debt Collection Agencies
Third-party agencies that collect unpaid debts on behalf of creditors. They typi...
20-40% of collected amountContingency Fee Lawyers
Attorneys who take cases on a contingency basis - they only get paid if you win....
33-40% of settlement/judgmentBail Bond Recovery
Licensed bail enforcement agents (bounty hunters) who locate and return fugitive...
10-20% of the bail bond amountAsset Recovery Services
Specialists in locating and recovering lost, stolen, or abandoned assets includi...
15-35% of recovered assetsMedical Billing Recovery
Specialists who audit medical bills for errors and recover overcharges from hosp...
25-35% of recovered overchargesJudgment Enforcement
Specialists who collect on court judgments that debtors refuse to pay. They use ...
30-50% of collected judgmentSkip Tracing Services
Investigators who locate people who have 'skipped' - fled without paying debts, ...
Flat fee $50-500 per locate, or percentage if bundled with collectionYour Rights in Louisiana
Louisiana Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law - RS 51:1401
- Civil law state with unique procedural differences
- UTPCPL prohibits unfair methods of competition
- Private civil action with actual damages and attorney fees
- 3-year SOL for most consumer debts (unique civil law system)
Statute of Limitations in Louisiana
After this period, collectors cannot sue you to collect the debt.
| Debt Type | Time Limit |
|---|---|
| Credit Card | 3 years |
| Medical Bills | 3 years |
| Auto Loan | 3 years |
| Written Contract | 10 years |
| Oral Contract | 3 years |
Wage Garnishment Rules in Louisiana
Up to 25% of disposable income
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