On June 16, the Nevada governor signed SB 276 (the “Act”) to revise certain provisions relating to debt collection agencies and make amendments to the state’s collection agency licensing law ...

The bottom line A $5,000 debt is big enough that a collection agency might consider suing, but it's not guaranteed. The decision depends on several factors, including your payment history, assets ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — If you’ve ever been contacted by a collection agency over medical debt, you’re not alone. Over 40 million people have unpaid medical bills sent to collections.