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Debtor Protections and Consumer Rights in New York: An Attorney’s Perspective

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Is there a law in NYC that protects consumers and debtors from debt collecting agencies, businesses, and their attorneys? Suppose you are under constant pressure from these agencies and their legal representatives to settle your debt. Why is Debt Verification Important & Why Debtors Should Care?

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3rd Cir. Holds No FDCPA Violation When Debt Collector Invited Phone Calls To ‘Eliminate Further Collection Action’

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Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit recently held that a debt collector did not violate the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) when it sent a consumer a collection letter inviting her to “eliminate further collection action” by calling the company, when in fact only written communication could legally stop collection activity.

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Dealing with Debt Collectors

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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. Discuss your debt with anyone but you or your spouse.

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Can a Debt Collector Collect After 10 Years?

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But they also know that most borrowers who are sued for old debts won’t show up in court, and the judge will issue a default judgment. If your debt is past the statute of limitations at this point, you can re-open the default judgment and ask the judge to vacate it because it is time-barred. You default on that debt.