Sawin & Shea

AUGUST 24, 2020

Bankruptcy will wipe out credit card debt, medical bills, and personal loans, but will not eliminate primary obligation debt; things like student loans, child and spousal support, and newer tax debt. Bankruptcy can also stop or delay a home or mortgage foreclosure, stop collection actions, stop garnishments and lawsuits.

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Jimerson Firm

JANUARY 16, 2023

The Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) are two pro-consumer statutes. Accredited Collection Agency Inc. , No. Businesses should be aware of each statute and how to defend against such claims. See, e.g., Lane v.

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The McHughes Law Firm

AUGUST 29, 2016

5: Debt Collectors Hound Debtors and Make Threats. Debt collection is governed by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act , which has specific guidelines for contacting debtors. The average consumer is far more likely to be responsive when contacted by a lawyer than by a collection agency.

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Collection Industry News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

. • Whatever the reason, ignoring a debt collection lawsuit can mean big trouble. In Alabama, if a judgment is entered against you, the creditor who got the judgment can do several things as far as trying to collect on the judgment. • In some cases, the debt collector may even owe the consumer compensation for those violations.

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