Debt collection basics

If someone dies owing a debt, does the debt go away when they die?

Can a debt collector garnish my bank account or my wages?

What may happen if I ignore or avoid a debt collector?

Can I be responsible to pay off the debts of my deceased spouse?

How do I get a debt collector to stop contacting me?

What is an "unfair" practice by a debt collector?

What should I do if a creditor or debt collector sues me?

Can I be personally responsible for paying my deceased relative's debts and can a debt collector contact me about those debts?

Should I talk to a debt collector?

Can my bank or credit union charge me a fee for processing a garnishment if I receive Social Security or VA benefits?