Tell HN: We'll pay for you to sue Equifax

Post by chaigh » Thu, Sep 14, 2017, 6:22 PM UTC

eknight15 wrote: post #10

Got a 500 Error after applying

Post by inostia » Thu, Sep 14, 2017, 6:26 PM UTC

bllguo wrote: post #11

is the only way to find out if you're affected still that dodgy equifaxsecurity2017.com site? What happened to those accusations of random output? would love to be able to use legalist but I'm not even sure if I'm a victim

Post by kd0amg » Thu, Sep 14, 2017, 6:29 PM UTC

evashang wrote: post #13

sodafountan wrote: post #9

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It's also harder to litigate on Equifax's part. Often times they just attempt to settle

Absolutely! The only authorized representatives are company officers or lawyers, and many small claims courts don't allow lawyers. So unless the CEO of Equifax attends every court hearing in the country, or unless the judge allows them to move it out of small claims court, you're likely to recover. (not a lawyer, not legal advice)

Post by spinlock » Thu, Sep 14, 2017, 6:31 PM UTC

evashang wrote: post #5

justboxing wrote: post #2

What's in this for Legalist? From their home page: > All legal bills covered. > Litigation is expensive. Whether it’s attorney’s fees or that expert witness report you need to prove damages, litigation costs can add up. When you’re backed by Legalist, you don’t have to worry about unexpected legal expenses. Focus on growing your business, and we’ll take care of it. I'm always skeptical of assurances like this.

Litigation finance is like a contingency arrangement - if you file the case and the judge dismisses it, there's no risk to you. But if you do file the case and win $1000, we'll recover alongside you.

Post by evashang » Thu, Sep 14, 2017, 6:35 PM UTC

spinlock wrote: post #18

evashang wrote: post #5

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Litigation finance is like a contingency arrangement - if you file the case and the judge dismisses it, there's no risk to you. But if you do file the case and win $1000, we'll recover alongside you.

FYI - when you dodge the question this way, you look as bad as equifax. What is in it for you? Do you take a percentage of the judgement? I'll probably end up paying a lawyer to advise me on the best way to get back at Equifax. But, I'm not going to do business with you because you're shady and won't disclose your interest in this case.