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Member Benefit Highlight! NACBA’s Consumer Bankruptcy Journal

cbj-fall-2016 Hot Off the Press! The Fall Edition of the CBJ!

The Consumer Bankruptcy Journal is the official publication of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. Our quarterly publication showcases consumer bankruptcy related material, Supreme Court updates, profiles of NACBA members and programs, previews of NACBA events, as well as, commentary on topics of interest to bankruptcy attorneys.

Take a moment this weekend to kick back and read our latest Fall Edition of the Consumer Bankruptcy Journal. Here is a glimpse of what you’ll find:

The President’s Report
Washington Update
The Addicted Lawyer: Silence is Deadly
NACBA and NCLC Seek Rejection of Brunner Test
Court Rejects McCoy and Sticks with Beard
More About Federal and State Tax Discharge
Clawback Periods May Extend to Six or Ten Years
The Importance of Due Diligence
Loan Modification, the 100K Mistake
NACBA and NCLC Enter Fair Credit Reporting Area
Countdown of Top 10 Malpractice Mistakes
A Franchise Considering Bankruptcy
When Tax Resolution is Better than Bankruptcy

Open up the Consumer Bankruptcy Journal today and dive in! Have an idea or article you’d like to write contact us and visit NACBA.org for more information on deadlines and production schedules.

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/13

Midweek News

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Cert. Granted in FDCPA Case

The Supreme Court Will Hear Arguments on Debt Collection Practices

U.S. Consumer Debt Stings as Delinquency Chances Increase: Chart

Your Time is Gonna Come: Households’ Leverage Down, Government Leverage Up

Consumers’ Outlook on Credit Availability Improves

Court Holds Company Licensed as Debt Collector is Not a Debt Collector Under FDCPA if Servicing Debt Not in Default

How the PHH Decision Could Limit CFPB’s Enforcement Powers in Two Critical Ways

Chapter 20 Fails on Bad Faith

Hot Off the Presses

Upcoming NACBA Events

6 Key Numbers Every Bankruptcy Attorney Must Know

Date: November 17, 2016
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern / 12:00 PM Pacific (60 minutes)
Presenter: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
Cost: No Cost to NACBA Members – Member Benefit

Register HERE

Save the Date for NACBA’s Silver Anniversary Annual Convention

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention
Thursday, May 4’th – Sunday, May 7’th, 2017
Orlando, Florida

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/11

NACBA Finds Headlines That Matter To You!

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Consumers Report Mortgages and Student Loans are Top Forms of Debt

Consumer Borrowing Grows at Record Pace in August

ACA Submits Comments Opposing the CFPB’s Payday Lending Proposed Rule

CFPB Releases Revised Military Lending Act Exam Procedures

Surrender Ends State Foreclosure Fight

In Long Awaited Decision, DC Court of Appeals Rules CFPB Structure is Unconstitutional

ND Calif. Holds Numerous Unwanted Calls Required for TCPA Standing

Appeals Panel Deals Setback to Consumer-Watchdog Agency

CFPB Director’s Power Trimmed by U.S. Appeals Court Ruling

How Much Debt Do Americans Really Have

U.S. Navy Federal Credit Union to pay $28.5 million over debt collection issues

The Biggest Source of Debt for Americans in Every State

Upcoming NACBA Events

6 Key Numbers Every Bankruptcy Attorney Must Know

Register HERE

Save the Date for NACBA’s Silver Anniversary Annual Convention

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention
Thursday, May 4’th – Sunday, May 7’th, 2017
Orlando, Florida

JOIN NACBA TODAY

Become a member of NACBA! Join today and take advantage of the benefits, networking opportunities and resources NACBA has to offer!

Build Community and Connect with Your Colleagues at NACBA Connect

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Be Empowered Through NACBA’s Virtual Community

NACBA values community, collaboration and connection that’s why we encourage our members to participate in NACBA Connect. NACBA Connect gives members the platform and opportunity to pose bankruptcy questions and get real time responses from their colleagues around the country. Participants enjoy the unparalleled ability to post both the easy and hard questions to some of the best consumer bankruptcy attorneys in the nation.

What can you expect when you visit NACBA Connect:

You can Join or Start a Community! You’ll discover several communities, each one focusing on specific topics geared to your questions. If you don’t find the community you’re looking for, now worries, you can start one!
Participate in the Latest Discussions that are hot topics and relevant to your firm.
Post and Share Resources with your colleagues.
Stay updated on NACBA Events.
Share a You Tube, Webinar or Web Link.

NACBA Connect is a robust virtual community for the new practitioner as well as the most sophisticated consumer bankruptcy attorneys. If you’re a NACBA Member and haven’t visited NACBA Connect, don’t wait another moment! If you aren’t a NACBA Member, this is just another reason to Join today and get connected with your peers!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/7

News Kicking Off the Weekend…

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National consumer and civil rights groups urge CFPB to strengthen payday and car title lending rule

Office of the Inspector General Identifies Management Concerns at CFPB

Consumer Loan Delinquency Rates Continue to Improve

Subprime Auto Delinquency Rates on the Rise

Important NACBA Notice

Hurricane Matthew Forces Cancellation of NACBA Workshop.

Upcoming NACBA Events

Save the Date for NACBA’s Silver Anniversary Annual Convention

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention
Thursday, May 4’th – Sunday, May 7’th, 2017
Orlando, Florida

JOIN NACBA TODAY

Become a member of NACBA! Join today and take advantage of the benefits, networking opportunities and resources NACBA has to offer!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/6

Read the Headlines Here…

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Treasury Department Moves to Hire More PCAs for Non-Tax Debts

Report on Government Ad Spending Highlights Pentagon and CFPB Outlays

CFPB’s Residual Income Test A Burden To Consumers And Creditors

Ditech Financial fined $1.4 million for “abusive debt collection practices” in Massachusetts

Eleventh Circuit Rules that Debtors Who Surrender Real Property in Bankruptcy Cannot Oppose Foreclosure

Delaware Bankruptcy Court Upholds Reclamation Creditors’ Rights

AG Cooper Wins $7.3 Million In Relief For Military Consumers

Important NACBA Notice

Hurricane Matthew Forces Cancellation of NACBA Workshop.

Upcoming NACBA Events

Save the Date for NACBA’s Silver Anniversary Annual Convention

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention
Thursday, May 4’th – Sunday, May 7’th, 2017
Orlando, Florida

JOIN NACBA TODAY

Become a member of NACBA! Join today and take advantage of the benefits, networking opportunities and resources NACBA has to offer!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/5

What Headlines are Making Midweek News?

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CFPB Community Advisory Bank Council Discusses Debt Collection Rulemaking

FTC Wins Largest Ever Litigated Judgment — $1.3 Billion

Debt Collectors and Creditors Should Take Note of $135 Million USA Discounters Settlement

CFPB Issues Strong Rule to Protect Prepaid Cards

Pay-To-Stay Debt Dischargeable

Household Debt Rises as Auto and Credit Card Debt See Uptick

Government May Forgive Billions In Student Loan Debt

Upcoming NACBA Events

Save the Date for NACBA’s Silver Anniversary Annual Convention

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention
Thursday, May 4’th – Sunday, May 7’th, 2017
Orlando, Florida

JOIN NACBA TODAY

Become a member of NACBA! Join today and take advantage of the benefits, networking opportunities and resources NACBA has to offer!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/3

It’s a Brand New Month with New Headlines…

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ACA Submits Comments on CFPB’s Proposed Consumer Complaint Closing Survey

Federal Student Loan Default Rates Continue to Decline

When CFPB Finds Deception Regardless Of A Lender’s Intent

Do I have to make all my post-petition mortgage payments to my bank during a chapter 13 case to receive my discharge?

Education Dept. Is Sued Over Debt Collection From Former Corinthian Students

Financial protection bureau concerned by some student loan servicers’ practices

Judge throws out three FDIC lawsuits over soured mortgage debt

Company allegedly targeting troops must provide $96 million in debt relief

Massachusetts Consumer Advocates Fight Debt Collectors

Upcoming NACBA Events

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NACBA’s 2016 Fall Workshop is Only Days Away!

Pack your bags and set sail for the 2016 NACBA Fall Workshop on October 6th-9th for stellar sessions, excellent presenters, CLE, networking and a little relaxation! Get all the details and register today!

Save the Date for NACBA’s Silver Anniversary Annual Convention

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention
Thursday, May 4’th – Sunday, May 7’th, 2017
Orlando, Florida

JOIN NACBA TODAY

Become a member of NACBA! Join today and take advantage of the benefits, networking opportunities and resources NACBA has to offer!