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Searching For The Meaning Of “Meaningful Involvement”

FDCPA Defense

When, if ever, should collection law firms include disclaimers on their collection letters, indicating that no attorney of the firm has reviewed the particular circumstances of the debtor’s file? If the requirement for “meaningful involvement” is truly meaningful, can it safely be disclaimed away?

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The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

Collection Industry News

These are examples of false statements: a) Implying that they are attorneys or government representatives when they are not. I) Actions, such as a lawsuit, will be taken against the debtor, when such action may not legally be taken, or when they do not intend to take such action. He cannot use any false or misleading statements.