These days, it seems like our phones are constantly ringing—and it’s not our family and friends calling to check in… Read More
How to Deal With Debt Collector Harassment
Showing category Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
LVNV’s Collection Attempt on a Time Barred Debt was a Violation of the FDCPA.
A “time barred debt” is a debt that was not paid which a creditor can no longer pursue in court… Read More
How Long Does a Collection Account Stay on a Credit Report?
Although consumers understand that negative information on credit reports – such as an account placed for collections – generally “ages… Read More
Debt Buyers Who Outsource Debt Collection Activities Cannot Sidestep the FDCPA
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (“FDCPA”) protects consumers against the harassing and oppressive actions of a debt collector. A… Read More
The Supreme Court Has Opened the Door for Extending the Statute of Limitations for FDCPA Claims
The Fair Debt Collections Practices Act, U.S.C. § 1692 et seq. (the “FDCPA”) regulates the actions that a debt collector… Read More