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Debt collection lawsuits filed in Texas have exploded by 73 percent over the last decade. For people who find themselves in the crosshairs of creditors, the debt collection process can seem confusing ...

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When a debt collector reaches out, it can be unsettling, even if you knew that you'd defaulted on your obligations and were expecting the call. Between the pressure to pay, the perceived urgency of ...