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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

Bankruptcy may appear to be a scary process, but it does not have to be. Dray Legal Office’s attorneys will endeavor to help you obtain a fresh start by eliminating debt and reorganizing your finances. We at Dray Legal Office are well aware of the enormous stress that financial difficulties may cause.

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Need to Know About Debt Negotiation and Settlement?

Sawin & Shea

If you’re dealing with debt and considering filing for bankruptcy, it’s a good idea to get professional legal advice on how to handle the proceedings. Credit counseling and debt management agencies may be able to assist you as you work, but with so many untrustworthy schemes out there, how do you know what the right step should be?

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CFPB Reaches Settlement With Debt Collector Over Deceptive Practices

Collection Industry News

Last week, the CFPB issued a Consent Order against a New Jersey based debt-collection agency (Agency) over allegations that the Agency regularly violated the FDCPA and the CFPA in the course of their collection activity. Further, the Agency is subject to a civil money penalty of $204,000 to be paid to the Bureau.

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Medical Debt Collection Harms Patient Finances

Collection Industry News

Medical debt collection, a complex process and significant cause of personal bankruptcy, is receiving renewed attention because of the financial challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The average person has no understanding of what their legal rights are,” said Bobby Peterson, executive director of ABC for Health.

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National Debt Relief Review

Better Credit Blog

If you’re on the brink of bankruptcy, a final option before filing is to try the services of a debt settlement firm. For them, partial payment is better than receiving nothing at all—which would be the result if you were to file for bankruptcy. BBB-accredited business with an “A” rating. Can reduce your debt by 30% on average.