Michigan
I have been working and residing overseas for the past two years. I recently found out there's a garnishment on my bank account and it has been levied. After several calls to the bank, courts, etc, I find out there's a default judgment against me in January 2009. Since I didn't show up, the collection agency won by default. I think I was served improperly and wanted to fight it, but the attorneys I contacted all stated it was a losing battle.
I called the collection agency/the attorney who sued me and tried to make payment. They wanted me to wire the money using Western Union and then they'll process legal paperwork to release my bank account. However, it's not possible for me to wire the funds to a company..it must be person to person.
I asked to send the money using Western Union, and they said it's possible however they won't process any paperwork to release the garnishment on the bank account. They will simply move the account to the paid department and will no longer levy my account. They will leave the account alone and I will be able to use it from now on.
It sounds a bit weird...should I be concerned? I haven't purchased the money order yet and won't be able to send for another few days. Please advise. Thanks!

