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Dover/Radius Global Solutions/Student Loan Debt/How-To Guides/Statute of Limitations on Debt: Complete State Guide
5 Steps · Dover, DE

Statute of Limitations on Debt: Complete State Guide

Specifically for Radius Global Solutions collecting student loan debt in Dover, DE

Understand how the statute of limitations on debt works in every state and how to use it as a defense against collectors. This guide is tailored to residents of Dover dealing with Radius Global Solutions, one of the most-complained-about debt collectors for student loan debt accounts. In Delaware, the statute of limitations is 3 years and wage garnishment is capped at 15% of disposable earnings.

3 years

Delaware SOL on Student Loan Debt

$37,338

Average Student Loan Debt

15% of disposable earnings

Garnishment Limit

Known Radius Global Solutions Violations

Radius Global Solutions has a documented pattern of FDCPA violations. If any of these happen to you, document them immediately and file a CFPB complaint.

  • TCPA violations through auto-dialed calls to cell phones
  • Reporting disputed debts without investigation
  • Continuing calls after cease-and-desist

Step-by-Step: Statute of Limitations on Debt: Complete State Guide

These steps apply directly to your situation as a Dover resident dealing with Radius Global Solutions.

1

Understand what the SOL means

The statute of limitations is the legal deadline for a creditor or collector to file a lawsuit to collect a debt. After this period, the debt is 'time-barred' — they can still contact you, but they cannot win in court if you raise the SOL defense.

2

Find your state's SOL

SOL periods vary by state and debt type: credit card debt ranges from 3 years (MD, NC, NH) to 10 years (RI, WV). Written contracts (personal loans) range from 3 to 15 years (KY). Your state's SOL is listed on the DebtShield state page.

3

Calculate when your clock started

The SOL typically starts on the date of first delinquency — the first missed payment that led to the default. It's NOT the date the account was charged off or sent to collections. Get the exact date from your credit report.

4

Understand what resets the clock

In most states, the SOL can be reset by: making any payment on the debt, making a written promise to pay, entering a new payment agreement, or in some states, even verbally acknowledging the debt. Never pay or acknowledge time-barred debt.

5

Use the SOL defense properly

If you're sued on a time-barred debt, you MUST raise the SOL as an affirmative defense in your Answer. If you don't raise it, the court may award judgment anyway. File your Answer on time and explicitly plead the SOL defense.

Student Loan Debt Dispute Strategies

These strategies are specific to student loan debt — the type of debt Radius Global Solutions is collecting from Dover residents.

  • Apply for income-driven repayment (federal)
  • Check eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Dispute private loan terms under state contract law
  • Challenge servicer errors via CFPB complaint
  • Verify correct loan balance and payment history

Specific Tips for Dealing with Radius Global Solutions

  • Radius collects for healthcare and financial services — verify original balances
  • Send cease-and-desist via certified mail and keep the receipt
  • TCPA violations carry $500-$1,500 per call — document everything for potential lawsuit

Delaware Debt Collection Protections

DE Consumer Fraud Act governs debt collection in Delaware. File complaints with: AG Consumer Protection.

  • Short 3-year SOL for all debt types
  • Low 15% wage garnishment limit
Exempt income in Delaware: Social Security, Unemployment, Workers' comp, Pension

Key Tips

'Zombie debt' is time-barred debt sold to collectors who prey on consumers who don't know their rights
Time-barred debt can still appear on credit reports for 7 years from first delinquency
You can still be sued on time-barred debt — you must respond and raise the SOL defense — don't ignore the lawsuit

Frequently Asked Questions — Dover Residents

Can Radius Global Solutions garnish my wages in Dover?

In Delaware, wage garnishment is limited to 15% of disposable earnings. Income sources protected from garnishment include: Social Security, Unemployment, Workers' comp, Pension. Radius Global Solutions must first obtain a court judgment before any garnishment can begin.

What is the statute of limitations on student loan debt in Delaware?

The statute of limitations for student loan debt in Delaware is 3 years. After this period expires, Radius Global Solutions cannot win a lawsuit on the debt if you raise the SOL as a defense in your Answer. Never ignore a lawsuit even on time-barred debt.

What violations has Radius Global Solutions committed?

Known violations by Radius Global Solutions include: TCPA violations through auto-dialed calls to cell phones; Reporting disputed debts without investigation; Continuing calls after cease-and-desist. Document any violations immediately and file a complaint at consumerfinance.gov/complaint.

How do I dispute student loan debt with Radius Global Solutions in Dover?

To dispute student loan debt with Radius Global Solutions: send a written validation request via certified mail within 30 days of first contact, demand the original creditor name, full chain of assignment, and original signed agreement. Start with: apply for income-driven repayment (federal).

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