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Collection Agencies in Puerto Rico

Nexa Collect

No collection agency is allowed to add collection fees onto the debtor’s outstanding balance even when the agency incurred those charges while doing business related to that debtor (10 P.R. 981p (12)). All that being said, in Puerto Rico interest is allowed on money judgments, at a rate of 6%. of the inhabitants unemployed.

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What Happens if you Ignore Debt Collection Calls

Nexa Collect

If the debtor is not traceable or unresponsive, a collection agency can file a lawsuit and if you do not respond in the court on time, it can result in a default judgment against you. Repercussions can include wage garnishment, frozen bank account and other assets. Not every case lands in court. Image source: [link].

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How New York State’s 2024 Plan Will Affect Debt Collection

Collection Industry News

Hochul made it clear that the state will assist consumers in New York by adding greater consumer protections—a plan that will affect creditors and debtors alike. The government will look to stop these exploitative tactics and more. In New York, retirement income from Social Security and other sources are exempt from garnishment.

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An In-Depth Guide to Bank Account Garnishment in Texas and How to Avoid It

Debt RR

This unpaid debt can lead to a serious problem for businesses: garnishment. Bank account garnishment can create serious cash flow blocks for companies of all sizes, and those cash flow problems can compound into other issues, like payroll concerns and late payments on other accounts. Can Debt Collectors Garnish Bank Accounts in Texas?

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Domestication of Foreign Judgments 101

Jimerson Firm

Generally, when a creditor obtains a judgment in another state, and the judgment debtor is located in the State of Florida, or assets the judgment creditor wants to obtain are located in Florida, the judgment creditor must “domesticate” the judgment in Florida. Such Act governs the enforcement of foreign judgments in the State of Florida.

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How New York State’s 2024 Plan Will Affect Debt Collection

FFGN COLLECT NY

Hochul made it clear that the state will assist consumers in New York by adding greater consumer protections—a plan that will affect creditors and debtors alike. The government will look to stop these exploitative tactics and more. In New York, retirement income from Social Security and other sources are exempt from garnishment.

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What Is the Impact of Bankruptcy on Professional Licenses and Certifications?

Sawin & Shea

Bankruptcy Code Section 525(a) states that: “…a governmental unit may not deny, revoke, suspend, or refuse a license, permit, charter, franchise, or other similar grant to…a person that is or has been a debtor under this title or a bankrupt or a debtor under the Bankruptcy Act.”