Evictions

Boevingloh & Pliakos is primarily a litigation firm. Evictions, while generally small cases, can be tricky and timely action is important to landlords. In Missouri evictions can occur under several statutes one of our favorites is §§ 441.710 – 441.880 RSMo, which allows for expedited evictions when illegal activities are taking place at the residence. In the City of St. Louis these types of evictions can be important […]

But I Owe the Money

Many people contact my office and the first thing they say is, “I owe the money so how can I win this case”. Of course they then tell me that the original creditor sold the debt several times, that the amount is all wrong etc etc. When a debt buyer sues they have to prove […]

Criminal Law

At Boevingloh & Pliakos we handle minor traffic matters and DWI cases, but if you are charged with something more serious you should contact David Bruns. I always tell client and friends if you are charged with a ticket call us, we have great rates. If you are charged with murder call someone else.  David shares office […]

Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA)

The FDCPA is a federal law which places restrictions on consumer debt collectors. We often find FDCPA violations in cases that we defend. If there is a FDCPA we will either file a counter-suit or file a new case in Federal Court. In many cases client’s can win damages or have the case against them […]

Lawyer Referral

Boevingloh & Pliakos has been a member of the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, Lawyer Referral and Information Service (BAMSL-LRIS) for many years. Members of the service agree to conduct initial client consultations for a $30.00 fee, which goes to BAMSL-LRIS to support the service. If we can’t help we often use BAMSL-LRIS attorneys […]

Credit Repair Guide

The FTC has a great guide on credit repair. Clients come to my office every day after hiring high priced “credit repair” or “debt negotiation” companies. The companies sell hope but often deliver nothing. Certainly anything they do you can do on your own. This guide is a great place to start. If you have […]

Winter Weather

The snow is already gone but if you were involved in an accident during the recent snow storm be sure to document your injuries. The best way to document them is to see a doctor. Hopefully you’ll be on your feet within a few days, but if you injuries linger your attorney will need proof […]

Sued by a debt collector?

If so see our Debt Defense FAQ. We fight companies and attorneys like Midland Funding, LLC, LVNV, Palisades Collection, Kramer & Frank., Berman & Rabin, Litow & Peck, Gamache & Myers and many more throughout Missouri, including St. Louis, St. Charles, Jefferson, Lincoln, Franklin and Warren Counties.

Live Help

After several tries at making a live help button work we finally have a great system. Not only is it available at all times but works on iPad’s. It will also connect to an attorney’s cell phone so the attorney can respond from court or after hours. Please let us know if you like the […]