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Debt collection lawsuits are rising in U.S. states. Here’s what you need to know to report on them.

Get to know the research on debt collection lawsuits, racial disparities in judgments, and a big slice of consumer debt: ...

How much will a debt collector take you to court over?

The statute of limitations also plays a critical role. Each state sets time limits on how long a creditor can sue you for ...

How likely is it that a debt collector will sue you?

If you're behind on payments, you should know what the odds are that a debt collector will take legal action.
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A major debt collector sued a woman over a debt she said she did not owe. She fought back.

PHOENIX — Anne Munoz thought something was wrong the moment she was served a lawsuit. “When you come after me wrongfully, I'm going to make as much noise as possible, and that's what I've done,” Munoz ...
JD Supra

Lawsuit Filed Challenging CFPB’s Advisory Opinion on Medical Debt

On November 1, ACA International, LLC and Collection Bureau Services, Inc. filed a lawsuit against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB or Bureau) and Director Rohit Chopra, challenging the ...
WLTX19

Consumer fights back and wins dismissal of wrongful debt lawsuit

PHOENIX — Anne Munoz thought something was wrong the moment she was served a lawsuit. “When you come after me wrongfully, I'm going to make as much noise as possible, and that's what I've done,” Munoz ...
Becker's Hospital Review

Ala. court upholds ruling in Accretive debt collection suit

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama has ruled in favor of Accretive Health in a class-action lawsuit alleging the company violated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
Uticaod

Warren & Migliaccio, L.L.P. Strengthens Debt Collection Lawsuit Defense Services as Consumer Legal Actions Rise Across Texas

Warren & Migliaccio, L.L.P., a Richardson-based law firm, has expanded its legal defense resources to address the growing number of debt collection lawsuits filed against Texas consumers. The firm ...
Business.com on MSN

From collections to repossession: A timeline of debt

Get your business out of debt with our guide to the debt collection process and see expert-backed advice for dealing with ...
Alaska Dispatch News

The number of debt collection cases in Alaska state courts is soaring, following national trends

Every morning, Alaska’s court system publishes an updated list of new civil lawsuits filed across the state during the past week. And every morning, that list is dominated by debt collection cases, ...
11Alive

A major debt collector sued an Arizona woman over a debt she said she did not owe. She fought back.

PHOENIX — Anne Munoz thought something was wrong the moment she was served a lawsuit. “When you come after me wrongfully, I'm going to make as much noise as possible, and that's what I've done,” Munoz ...
KHOU 11

Case Dismissed: A major debt collector sued an Arizona woman over a debt she said she did not owe. She fought back.

PHOENIX — Anne Munoz thought something was wrong the moment she was served a lawsuit. “When you come after me wrongfully, I'm going to make as much noise as possible, and that's what I've done,” Munoz ...