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What Is a Debt Collector and Why Are They Contacting Me?

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A debt collector might sound like a character from a Charles Dickens novel, but if you’ve been contacted by one, you know they’re very much a reality of modern financial life. So, what exactly is a debt collector? These guidelines are designed to protect consumers and ensure fair debt collection practices.

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The Limits On Direct And Vicarious Liability Under The FDCPA

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Debt buyers are being sued based on the conduct of their agencies and law firms. Even original creditors, who are not subject to the FDCPA, are being drawn into FDCPA litigation under various theories of recovery. How can debt collectors avoid liability for the conduct of others? Retrieval Masters Creditor Bureau, Inc. ,