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41 State AGs Reach Settlement With Breached Collection Agency

Account Recovery

Attorneys general from 41 states have reached a settlement with Retrieval-Masters Credit Bureau, which operated a collection agency under the name of American Medical Collection Agency, stemming from a data breach in 2019 that exposed the personal information of more than 7 million individuals.

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Your business hired a collection agency. Now what?

American Profit Recovery

If your organization has had challenges in getting customers to pay or pay on time, you have most likely taken the steps to work with a collection agency. The right agency will help you get back on track as well as help your customers find a solution to their ongoing debt. Submitting accounts. Monitor your progress.

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Setup Fee for Collection Agency: Waived Off !!

Nexa Collect

It is common for collection agencies to charge an onboarding fee to their new customers. However, a few good collection agencies with nationwide coverage waive their setup fee from time to time. Contact us if you need a collection agency with the following features. No setup fee and no hidden charges.

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Can a Collection Agency Report to the Credit Bureau Without Notifying You?

Credit Corp

If you or someone you know has dealt with a collection agency, you know how trying it can be. Debt collection agencies have a long history of harassment and illegal practices. Can a collection agency report to a credit bureau without notifying you? Attempts to Collect a Debt Not Owed.

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Your Collection Agency has Shut Down? What to do Next?

Nexa Collect

Many collection agencies have shut down recently due to the following reasons. Covid-19 Pandemic : Collection agencies were barred from collecting money in many states during the pandemic, impacting revenue from existing accounts. Medical debts form nearly 50% of consumer debt collections.

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Healthcare Providers Sued for Sending Confidential Medical Info to Collection Agencies

Account Recovery

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against a pair of healthcare providers, alleging they violated state law in California by sending confidential medical information to a third-party collection agency, which was subsequently publicized as a result of a data breach.

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In-House Debt Collection Training

Burt and Associates

With standardized language, tone, and protocols, collectors stay compliant with laws like the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) , and reduce risk for your business. One key takeaway from industry experts is that your training shouldn’t just be about “how to collect.”