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FTC Vigorously Enforces the FDCPA against Debt Collectors

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2013-03-25 12:00 am
The Federalfdcpa Trade Commission (“FTC”) works to help consumers prevent fraudulent, deceptive, and unfair business practices by arming consumers with information so they can spot, stop and avoid such unethical practices.

Debt I do not owe

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2013-03-10 12:00 am
NCO has been calling me for over a year now trying to collect a debt I do not owe (my daughter owes the debt); NCO continues to call after I sent a cease and desist (I have letter and certified receipt);

Debt Collectors use of Social Media Sites Draws US Regulation

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2013-01-31 12:00 am
There are some debt collectors that have started using social media sites, such as Facebook, to contact debtors about their debts even when they have other means of contacting the debtor.

FDCPA and Time-Barred Debts

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2012-10-15 12:00 am
With the number of debt collection agencies rising, complaints about collection tactics have risen as well. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) was designed to prohibit unfair and abusive debt collections practices. One such unfair practice is misrepresentation in the collection of time-barred debts

Al Franken’s New Bid to Strengthen FDCPA, Protect Patient Rights

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2012-10-15 12:00 am
Senator Al Franken of Minnesota recently introduced legislation before Congress which would strengthen consumer protections against abusive debt collection tactics provided in the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) of 1977.

Things you should know about the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2012-09-04 12:00 am
Debt collectors have been known to harass consumers by using abusive, unfair, and deceptive practices in order to collect debts owed.

A Supreme Court Ruling May Discourage Consumers From Debt Collection Lawsuits

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2012-08-26 12:00 am
Since 1978, consumers have been protected from harassing creditors under a statute called the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). According to this law, collection agencies are barred from using abusive tactics to attain monies allegedly owed to them.

The Ugly Side Of Debt Collection Companies

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2012-08-26 12:00 am
Debt collection harassment often takes ugly turns, with debt collectors resorting in sleazy, underhanded techniques. If you believe that debt collectors are a sophisticated lot, it is time to reconsider your opinion. In fact, in what can be termed a spine-chilling incident, a debt collector operated despite being in prison.

Why People Get Into Credit Card Debts

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2012-05-21 12:00 am

Millions of Americans are now immersed in personal consumer debts – especially credit card debt. The good news is that there are also many debt repayment techniques to help consumers free themselves from their debt. There are likewise thousands of debt management companies to help consumers accomplish this seemingly impossible task.

Does the FDCPA Allow Collectors to Contact a Deceased Debtor's Relatives?

Adam J Krohn / Posted: 2011-01-17 12:00 am
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal statute established to protect debtors from debt collection harassment. This Act is enforced by the FTC and private attorneys. Among other things, the FDCPA protects debtors form third-party debt collectors who may harass them if a loved one dies.

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