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Unlawful Freezing of Bank Accounts Requires Bank To Refund Monies With Penalties

FFGN COLLECT NY

In addition to refunding the monies, the bank also had to pay penalties for the unlawful freezing of the bank accounts. Between 2016 and 2022, Pathward wrongfully froze 1,400 bank accounts belonging to New Yorkers. The laws also prohibit banks from freezing accounts with protected wages, a set amount based on minimum wage.

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Restraining the Bank Account of an Out-of-State Debtor

FFGN COLLECT NY

Can you use a judgment to restrain a bank account or other assets maintained by a judgment debtor outside of New York state? When it comes to out-of-state debtors, restraining a bank account is possible, but depends on certain factors. A New York creditor files suit in New York against a California debtor.

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Does your debtor own a cash business?

Collections Law

We seek to freeze a debtor’s assets prior to obtaining a judgment so that there is an identifiable resource from which to get you paid. Once you get that judgment, we seek leave of the court to direct the person or entity which is holding the debtor’s seized assets to pay you. What if our debtor doesn’t own a cash business?

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How Collection Agencies Trace a Debtor?

Taurus Collect

However, hiring a reputed debt collection agency will significantly help you as they will use multiple methods to locate your debtors and help you effectively gather your amounts. One of the easiest ways a debt collection company can locate your debtors is by referring to the information on the credit application. Phone books.

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Bad Faith Dismissals in Bankruptcy, Part 2: Chapter 7 Debtors with Primarily Consumer Debts

Jimerson Firm

When a debtor files for bankruptcy, a creditor may be able to seek dismissal of the bankruptcy if the petition was filed in bad faith. This article will provide an overview of the options available to a creditor if a debtor with primarily consumer debts files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. What is a Bad Faith Filing in Bankruptcy?

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A Complete Guide to Debtor Tracing in the UK

Taurus Collect

As a business owner, knowing how to effectively manage your debtors is essential when it comes to staying on top of financial transactions. That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to debtor tracing in the UK – to make sure you’re up-to-date with all relevant information!

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Does Emailing a Debtor Between 9pm and 8am Violate the FCCPA?

Jimerson Firm

This article seeks to explore whether sending an email to a debtor after 9pm and before 8am violates the FCCPA. 17) prohibits contacting a debtor between the hours of 9pm and 8am. In collecting consumer debts, no person shall: (17) Communicate with the debtor between the hours of 9 p.m. Section 559.72(17), Section 559.72(17)

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