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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Amid the final stretch of the Biden-Harris Administration, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has delivered a monumental victory for millions of Americans burdened by medical debt. …
Say Goodbye to Medical Debt Wrecking Your Credit—CFPB’s Bold New Rule Could Transform Your Financial Future! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the distribution of more than $540,000 in refunds to 1,625 individuals targeted by unlawful debt collection practices. Each affected consumer is …
FTC Issues Refunds to Victims of Abusive Debt Collection Practices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken decisive action against Performant Recovery, Inc. for engaging in unlawful practices involving student loan debt collections. Performant’s actions caused significant …
CFPB Penalizes Performant Recovery for Unlawful Debt Collection Practices Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A federal court has mandated that Harris Jewelry, a now-defunct national retailer, reopen its refund claims process and contact thousands of consumers — predominantly servicemembers — who …
Are You a Servicemember Affected by Harris Jewelry? Claim Your Share of the $10.9 Million Settlement Before It’s Too Late! Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has intervened against Global Circulation, Inc. (GCI), a Georgia-based debt collection agency accused of deceiving consumers into paying over $7.6 million in …
FTC Cracks Down on Georgia Debt Collector for Deceptive Practices Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. —The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has released a guidance aimed at curbing unlawful medical debt collection activities. This guidance specifically targets practices by debt collectors, including third-party …
CFPB Issues Guidance to Combat Illegal Medical Debt Collection Practices Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. – In its latest annual report, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has unveiled persistent and troubling practices in the collection of medical and rental debts, highlighting the …
CFPB Report Exposes Widespread Issues in Debt Collection Practices Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a significant settlement with Butler County-based landlord A.R. Building Company, Inc., resolving allegations of unlawful billing, leasing, and debt collection practices. …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Secures $50,000 Settlement with A.R. Building Company over Unfair Practices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently disclosed alarming findings from in-depth investigations of auto loan, student loan services, debt collectors, and ancillary financial service providers. The …
Revealing Unfair Practices: How Financial Service Providers May Cheat Customers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is moving forward with a proposed regulation designed to eliminate medical bills from a significant portion of credit reports. This significant …
CFPB Advances Proposal to Exclude Medical Debts from Credit Reports: A Catalyst for Higher Credit Scores and Loan Approvals Read More