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Collection Operations to Forgive $23M in Debts Under Enforcement Order with N.C. AG

Account Recovery

The Attorney General of North Carolina has announced a consent judgment with the president and chief executive officer of two debt collection companies — and the companies, as well — that will see the forgiveness of $23 million in unpaid debts, $225,000 in restitution to consumers, and nearly $30,000 in fines and legal costs after … (..)

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Lawyer vs. Debt Collection Company: Which Should I Use?

Taurus Collect

Read on to know some factors you should consider when hiring a professional to help you collect your business debts. When hiring a debt collection agency, make sure to do your research and find someone who is the best in this field. Experience. You can also ask them detailed questions and check references from their past clients.

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CFPB and New York Attorney General Shut Down Debt Collection Ring

Consumer Finance

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), in partnership with the New York Attorney General, filed a proposed stipulated judgment in federal court to settle its case against a debt collection enterprise and its owners and managers.

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Judge Issues Contempt Order for Agency CEO For Failing to Respond in FDCPA Suit

Account Recovery

A District Court judge in New Jersey has cited the principal of a debt collection company for contempt of court for failing to respond to a proposed class action lawsuit and pay a default judgment of $7,671.50

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Hiring an Aggressive Collection Agency for your Unpaid Bills

Nexa Collect

There are well-defined debt collection laws, both at the federal and state level, that prohibit debt collection companies from using abusive, unfair or deceptive practices to collect debts: A typical fine – $1000 per debtor. And you guessed right, most courts issue unfavorable judgments for the debt collectors.

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North Carolina Issues Enforcement Order Against Debt Collection Operation

Collection Industry News

On October 10, the North Carolina attorney general announced a consent judgment with the president and CEO of two debt collection companies (collectively, “defendants”). According to the AG, in 2019, the AG sued the defendants for allegedly engaging in illegal debt collection practices.

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CFPB Settles With Debt Collector Over CFPA And FDCPA Violations

Collection Industry News

The CFPB recently issued a consent order against a debt collection company and its owner over alleged violations of the CFPA and FDCPA involving misleading notices sent to consumers. The consent order imposes an $860,000 judgment and a permanent ban from any debt collection activities along with other requirements.