I am being sued for hospital debt need advice!

[true_country]

What is the name of your state? Virginia
My husband passed away a year ago and he was the one who worked and my insurance was through his work. I am being sued for $1400.00 worth old medical bills (2). I dont work. I live off of SSI and Disability. What can they do to me in court?

 

[dtown7]

It depends on how old the debt is. The SOL in Virginia is 6 years to try and collect a debt. They should be not able to garnish your government checks. If you have a house they could possibly put a lien on it. Try to settle the debt before it goes to court. A lot of times they will settle for a lot less if the account is now in collections. I think that would be your best bet instead of having a judgment on your credit report for 7 years.

 

[Ladynred]

Is this your debt for your medical bills or was it your husband's ?