Account Recovery
MARCH 4, 2025
A District Court judge in New York has denied a defendant’s motion to dismiss a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case over the amount the plaintiff owed, ruling that the plaintiff had sufficiently alleged that the defendants’ actions caused concrete harm. The case centers on a dispute regarding inaccurate debt collection notices sent to the plaintiff.
True Accord
MARCH 4, 2025
Over the past several years, federal and state regulators have started raising red flags about a significant trend in the debt collection industry: companies failing to deliver positive experiences for consumers or properly manage complaints and disputes. With growing scrutiny from agencies like the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and even the White House, it’s clear that ensuring a good consumer experience is no longer just a best practicei
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Account Recovery
MARCH 4, 2025
Suit Accuses Collector of Sending Texts, MVN After Receiving Cease Request Court Dismisses FDCPA Case, Rules Plaintiff Lacked Standing Judge Questions Whether Administration is Trying to Starve CFPB FTC Sues Perpetrators of Phantom Collection Scheme WORTH NOTING:Things you don’t need to dry clean, even if the label says you have to … Drinking alcohol may serve as a gateway to substance abuse … Why the pursuit of happiness may not be all it’s cracked up to be … How t
Jimerson Firm
MARCH 4, 2025
Navigating an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspection can be intimidating, but with the right preparation and mindset, it doesnt have to be. Here are five tips to help you approach and succeed in your next OSHA inspection. Understand the Inspection Process Knowing what to expect on inspection day is essential. OSHA inspections generally follow a standard format: an opening conference, a walk-through of the facility, interviews with staff, and a closing conference to discu
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.
Account Recovery
MARCH 4, 2025
Don’t look now, but there was an enforcement action involving a debt collection company announced by a federal regulator. The Federal Trade Commission has obtained an injunction that halts the operations and freezes the assets of a pair of defendants Ryan and Mitchell Evans which operated a multitude of companies, including Blackrock Services, Blackstone Legal Group, Capital Legal Services, Quest Legal Group, Viking Legal Services, and others.
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Account Recovery
MARCH 4, 2025
A District Court judge in New York has dismissed a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act case and denied a motion to remand the case back to state court, ruling the plaintiff lacked standing after receiving an email from the defendant the day after the plaintiff refused to pay the debt. The background: Last February, the defendant sent an email to the plaintiff attempting to collect a debt.
Credit Corp
MARCH 4, 2025
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Account Recovery
MARCH 4, 2025
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Credit Corp
MARCH 4, 2025
Falling behind on your debt can be frightening. You may wonder if the creditor will come for your property or sue you. Sometimes, you dont even realize you owe a debt before a credit collection service comes calling. Luckily, you do have rights and options. Negotiating with your creditors can be a powerful tool to reduce your debt burden, improve your credit score, and achieve financial stability.
Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP
The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.
Account Recovery
MARCH 4, 2025
A new set of declarations from current and former CFPB employees sheds light on the Trump administration’s plan to nearly eliminate the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. These filings, submitted as part of a lawsuit aimed at halting mass firings at the agency, detail how officials planned to strip the Bureau down to just a room with five men and a phone.
Account Recovery
MARCH 4, 2025
A federal judge has temporarily blocked mass layoffs at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as she evaluates claims about the Trump administrations efforts to dismantle the agency. Judge Amy Berman Jacksons decision came after contradictory statements from CFPB officials and the Justice Department about whether the agency was continuing to perform its mandatory functions, such as handling consumer complaints and overseeing financial institutions.
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