We've been sued by a junk debt buyer. Let's say hyopthetically the debt is valid, and we're interested in settling. Does any one have any experience or opinion as to whether settlement is more cost effective before fighting the complaint in court (not as many attny fee's, not angering the collector.) or is better to start to fight, ask for verification, answer summons, etc. and then ask for a settlement offer (they know you'll fight, etc.)
Creditor is CACH. Amount around $2,000 before interest , fee's, etc.
Part of me is afaid to settle out of fear that the debt is not valid.