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Documents Required to File a Consumer Credit Debt Collection Case

FFGN COLLECT NY

Legislative changes affecting consumer collections for consumer credit transactions recovery went into effect in 2022 largely as a result of the Consumer Credit Fairness Act (CCFA). As a result, the law specifies documents required to file a consumer debt collection case in New York.

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New York Enacts Consumer Credit Fairness Act, Amending Civil Practice Law and Rules and the Judiciary Law

Troutman Sanders

On November 8, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law the Consumer Credit Fairness Act (Act) (Legislation S.153/A.2382). The Act also requires the plaintiff in a debt collection action to provide a completed “additional notice of lawsuit” to the clerk when filing the proof of service for the complaint.

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New York Issues New Consumer Debt Collection Requirements for Creditors Pursuing Legal Action

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After New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signs the Consumer Credit Fairness Act (S.153/Thomas) 153/Thomas) into law, many creditors will need to provide significant documentation in order to file a debt collection action against their non-paying consumers. We have the experience that pays.

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How to Get Wilshire Consumer Credit Off Your Credit Report

Better Credit Blog

If you have begun receiving calls from a company called Wilshire Consumer Credit, you are probably feeling overwhelmed by their advances. We can help you remove their collection account from your credit report. We can help you remove their collection account from your credit report. About Wilshire Consumer Credit.

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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) applies to collection firms and debt collectors attempting to recover consumer debts. Consumer debts include credit card debts, vehicle loans, medical costs, and school loans. What is Colorado Uniform Consumer Credit Code (Colorado UCCC).

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New York Significantly Changes Debt Collection Lawsuits

Collection Industry News

New York recently enacted Senate Bill (SB) 153 , the Consumer Credit Fairness Act, significantly impacting debt collection lawsuits filed by creditors or debt collectors. Complaints must include the name of the original creditor, the date and amount of last payment and the last four digits of the account number.

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Federal Agencies Finally Weigh in on Immigration Status in Credit Underwriting

Troutman Sanders

As background, ECOA prohibits discrimination by a creditor on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, an applicant’s receipt of public assistance, or the good faith exercise of an applicant’s rights under the Consumer Credit Protection Act. Yesterday, the U.S.