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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

It is prohibited for debt collectors to utilize unfair techniques, harass, or deceive consumers while seeking to collect consumer debts under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). Consumer debts include credit card debts, vehicle loans, medical costs, and school loans.

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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter

Troutman Sanders

On May 4, the White House published technology standard document “United States Government National Standards Strategy for Critical and Emerging Technology.” On May 1, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a permanent ban from debt relief telemarketing for operators of debt relief scam. For more information, click here.