Is it legal to be contacted by a collection agency

David S · #1 (**permalink**) 09-10-2007, 03:45 PM

attempting to collect a 10 year old dentist bill.? Isn't there a statue of limitations in regards to this? I live in Illinois.

magnadudl · #2 (**permalink**) 09-10-2007, 06:21 PM

I think the time limit is 7 years since the date the bad debt was reported

Dewey K · #3 (**permalink**) 09-11-2007, 01:38 AM

You can't blame them for trying, but if it was me I would tell them I don't want any more calls. If they continue to harass you then you can report them for that.

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