FAQs

Q: Am I entitled to any compensation if my car was wrongfully repossessed?

Yes, if your repossession was wrongful, you may be entitled to damages, which can include the value of the loss of use of your vehicle (rental costs), damage to your credit, mental anguish, and the value of any personal property that was in the car . . In some cases, you may also be able to recover treble damages.

Q: What can I do if my car was wrongfully repossessed?

You should contact a consumer law attorney immediately to discuss your situation. J. Gannon Helstowski Law Firm can review your case and advise you on potential legal action, including suing for damages under the Texas Finance Code and the DTPA.

Q: What is "breach of the peace" during a repossession?

A breach of the peace occurs when the repossession agent's actions go beyond simply taking the vehicle and involve things like entering a locked gate, causing a disturbance, or using threats

Q: What is considered a wrongful repossession in Texas?

A repossession may be wrongful if you were not in default according to your loan agreement, if the lender failed to provide proper notice, or if the repossession involved a breach of the peace

Q: Where can I find legal help for apartment debt and eviction issues in Texas if I have low income?

You can apply for the J. Gannon Helstowski Law Firm’s Hardship program to possibly reduce our legal fees. Go to https://texascreditlaw.com/hsp/ to apply. You can contact legal aid organizations in Texas such as Lone Star Legal Aid, Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, and Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas for free or low-cost legal assistance.

Q: What if my landlord breached the lease agreement? Can that help me with an eviction or debt collection?

Yes, if your landlord has breached the lease agreement (e.g., by failing to make necessary repairs), this can be a potential defense against an eviction for non-payment of rent or a counterclaim in a debt collection lawsuit.

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FAQs

Am I entitled to any compensation if my car was wrongfully repossessed?

What can I do if my car was wrongfully repossessed?

What is “breach of the peace” during a repossession?

What is considered a wrongful repossession in Texas?

Where can I find legal help for apartment debt and eviction issues in Texas if I have low income?

What if my landlord breached the lease agreement? Can that help me with an eviction or debt collection?

Get a complimentary personal consultation.

Other Practice Areas

Overview

J. Gannon Helstowski Law Firm