How long can collection attemps go on?

[Radarman]

What is the name of your state? Illinois
Over four years ago AT&T made what in my opinion was a billing error. They will not talk to me about this despite repeated attemps on my part. I will not pay for their error and am now dealing with the fourth collection agency. When I send all my prior correspondence to the latest collector they seem to agree with me and leave me alone. But then a new one pops up. How long can AT&T continue to do this? When will the debt die? When does it become harassment?

Thanks
RadarmanWhat is the name of your state?

[debtcollector`]

There are more than 5,000 collection agencies in the US. It could take a while.

[JETX]

Originally Posted by Radarman

How long can AT&T continue to do this?

They can continue to contact you pretty much forever. There is nothing to prohibit them from doing so.

When will the debt die?

The debt will 'die' upon expiration of the SOL, which is 5 years in your state (unless it was a written agreement which is 10 years).

When does it become harassment?

If you mean 'ACTIONABLE harassment', the answer is never.