by Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Jan 9, 2020 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
When you’re in debt, the last thing you need is someone constantly reminding you of your financial situation. Unfortunately, if your account has been sent to debt collection, you can expect some level of interaction with a debt collector. But there’s...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Oct 3, 2019 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
If you have some type of past-due debt (and even if you don’t), you could hear from a debt collector. A phone call from a debt collector can catch you off guard, making it difficult to respond in the appropriate manner. Fortunately, when you have a plan for what...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Sep 20, 2019 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
If you have outstanding debt, then you likely already know about it and are trying to find a way to pay it off. Incessant calls and letters from creditors can add salt to a wound. You’ll be happy to learn that there are lawful ways to get creditors to stop...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Apr 25, 2019 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Debt collectors may soon add a new weapon to their arsenal for collecting money from consumer debtors. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the agency tasked with protecting consumers that was founded in the wake of the country’s most recent...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Mar 1, 2019 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
If you’re drowning in debt, then you may be receiving incessant calls and letters from creditors. You may want to familiarize yourself with federal laws such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) if you’re wondering if their actions are legal....
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Feb 1, 2019 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
There are millions of people who face debt each day in the United States. Whether it is debt from student loans, car loans, mortgages, unpaid medical bills or credit card debt; it can be an overwhelming experience until all of it is paid in full. The Fair Debt...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Jan 11, 2019 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Harassment by a debt collector can be very inconvenient and psychologically destabilizing. If you’re being harassed by a person or business that wants to collect money you allegedly owe, it’s time to familiarize yourself with the Fair Debt Collection...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Nov 2, 2018 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
If you are going through financial hardships, one of the most stressful aspects is dealing with calls and mail from creditors who are asking for their money back. While creditors are allowed to send reminders within reason, there are actually laws in place to prevent...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Oct 5, 2018 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Dealing with debts can be very stressful especially if you can’t address delinquent accounts immediately. You may be at the point where you worry about the debt collector calling or otherwise trying to get in touch with you. While debt collectors have a right to...
On behalf of Consumer Justice Center P.A. | Jul 27, 2018 | Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Dealing with debt is never an easy situation to be in, and for many people, it can feel like a never-ending spiral, since interest is often accumulated on existing debts. The stress of having debts is not made easier by creditors who seem to never stop asking for...
