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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/3

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Highlights in Today’s News…

Education Department Alters Student Loan Default Rates

$13.4M Judgment Against Defendant in Financing Scheme

Market for Mortgage Servicing Rights Heats Up

U.S. Department of Education Updates Colleges’ Student Loan Default Rates

US District Court in Illinois Finds Disclosure of Potential Tax Consequences for Settling an Account is Misleading to Consumer

Back From the Dead: Voluntarily Terminating a Distressed Tenant’s Lease May Give Rise to an Avoidance Action in Bankruptcy Against the Landlord

NACBASF IS 15 DAYS AWAY! HAVE YOU REGISTERED? HERE ARE REASONS YOU SHOULD!

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San Francisco is a breathtaking city and the perfect backdrop to #NACBASF, but that’s not the only reason to attend this year’s convention! Here are 5 Reasons you should register for NACBASF today!

Dynamic Keynote Speakers: You won’t want to miss famed political consultant, Bob Shrum, Nomi Prins, Renowned Author & Commentator from Wall Street to Washingtonand Adam Carroll, 2x Tedx Speaker, author, and Founder of National Financial Educators.
Not one but TWO pre-convention sessions: On Thursday, May 19th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM you have the option to attend either the Evidence & Procedure for the Bankruptcy Litigator or Bankruptcy 101.
Earn CLE: NACBA has created the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues while earning CLE Credits. (Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more including an Ethics credit in most states).
Relevant and Timely Sessions: NACBA’s sessions are timely, relevant and presented by a distinguished panel of expert speakers. #NACBASF delivers professional development designed to educate, advocate and litigate!
Free Access to Video Stream Convention Presentations. Convention registration will once again include three months access to replay many presentations in the comfort of your own home or office.

Sounds great right? Register today

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

NACBA wants you to take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Fall Workshop or our Webinars that are on the horizon, but for you to do this your membership has to be current. Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Join NACBA Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/2

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News in the Headlines…

Oregon Collections Bill Could See New Life

Credit Scores, Spending Habits Often Unknown Between Newlyweds

A Q&A for Agencies on the FCC’s 2015 TCPA Clarification

CFPB reconsidering TRID

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBA’S ANNUAL CONVENTION!

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There are only 16 short days left until #NACBASF! Have you checked out the Schedule and the lineup of Keynotes/Presenters and planned your days? Not to mention you’ll have the opportunity to sit in on our Fireside Chats, attend the Reception, and wander through the Exhibit Hall. After a fulfilling day you can enjoy the city lights of San Francisco. But to experience#NACBASF you have to Register! So don’t delay REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY

NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Pack Your Bags for October 7th-10th, 2016

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!

CATCH UP ON YOUR WEBINARS…VISIT THE NACBA STORE

Lesson from Harris v. Viegelagn (More Info)
Regulation X & Z Enforcement: New Tools for Consumer Attorneys (More Info)
New Proof of Claim & Mortgage Attachment: Other Form Changes (More Info)
Getting Rid of Encumbered Property in Consumer Cases (More Info)
“Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Part I Webinar (More Info)
“Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Part II: Live Q&A (More Info)
Student Loans in Bankruptcy Workshop (More Info)
2015 Supreme Court Decisions & What They Mean For Your Practice (More Info)
Security Clearances & Bankruptcy (More Info)
Taxes In Bankruptcy, 2014 Virtual Fall Workshop (More Info)
Family Law & Bankruptcy (More Info)
Getting Paid: Collecting Reasonable Attorneys’ Fees in Chap 7 & Chap 13
Dealing with Debt Buyer Claims
+ Many More Webinars for Bankruptcy Attorneys & Staff!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/29

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Friday’s Headlines…

CFPB Unveils Servicer Requirements, Disclosures for Student Loans

College Students Are Low on Credit — Tech Startups Want to Change That

New ProPublica Article Criticizes Debt Collection Litigation on Medical Accounts; Paints One Firm as Outlier

Debt Collection Litigation in the Cross Hairs: CFPB’s Consent Order Against New Jersey Law Firm Creates More Problems Than Solutions

Consumer Finance Reporters to the Debt Collection Industry: Give us Facts and Data

Consumer Finance Watchdog Plans to Supervise Marketplace Lenders

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBA’S ANNUAL CONVENTION!

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There are only 19 short days left until #NACBASF! Have you checked out the Schedule and the lineup of Keynotes/Presenters and planned your days? Not to mention you’ll have the opportunity to sit in on our Fireside Chats, attend the Reception, and wander through the Exhibit Hall. After a fulfilling day you can enjoy the city lights of San Francisco. But to experience #NACBASF you have to Register! So don’t delay REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY

NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Pack Your Bags for October 7th-10th, 2016

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Not a member of NACBA? Join NACBA Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/28

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Have You Read…

Latest CFPB Monthly Complaint Report Highlights Mortgages

Consumer Spending Shows Moderate Increase in February

CFPB Complaints Continue to Decline from 2015

Court Finds Amazon Liable for Unauthorized Billing

White House, ED, and CFPB Announce Major Student Loan Initiative; Don’t Address Post-Default Issues

Portfolio Recovery Associates to Pay $18 Million to Settle TCPA Class Action

Bleak House Comes to the Bankruptcy Court

REGISTER FOR TODAY’S FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR
Building a 7-Figure Lifestyle Law Firm:
Upscaling from a Job, to a Practice, to a Business
Thursday, April 28, 2016
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

There are 3 stages every law firm goes through to break the 7-figure barrier. At each stage there are challenges that must be faced and changes that must be made. The Rainmaker Institute has trained over 18,000 attorneys and helped hundreds of their clients break 7-figures. This webinar will address:

What are the 5 key challenges you must face to grow to the next level?
The 10 major components of every successful law firm.
Specific steps you must take to build a lifestyle law firm that provides the income you want.

FASTCASE TRAINING AT #NACBASF

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Want to learn how to make the most out of one of your benefits as a NACBA Member? Attend the Fastcase Training at #NACBASF on Saturday, May 21st from 7:30 AM-8:15 AM.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Not a member of NACBA? Join NACBA Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/27

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Midweek Headlines…

Court Grants Summary Judgment Against Collection Agency

U.S. Rep. Andy Barr Urges CFPB Reform at ACA’s Washington Insights Conference

Former CFPB Senior Advisor: Debt Collection Industry Must Press CFPB to Put Complaint Data in Context

Analysis: Significant Data Holes in New CFPB Complaint Report

$2.5 Million CFPB Action Ratchets Pressure on Debt Collection Suits

Debt collector files 1,067 lawsuits against SSM Health patients

REGISTER FOR TOMORROW’S FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

What are the 5 key challenges you must face to grow to the next level?
The 10 major components of every successful law firm.
Specific steps you must take to build a lifestyle law firm that provides the income you want.

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBASF ONLY 21 DAYS REMAIN!

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Another Reason to Attend #NACBASF: Free Professional Headshots

Isn’t time you update that ten-year old photo on your website, business card, Linkedin or bio? NACBA is providing attendees with a FREE professional headshot. Give your personal brand a boost with a professional headshot. After your photos are taken, you’ll be able to review and choose the final digital images emailed directly to you.

NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Pack Your Bags for October 7th-10th, 2016

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Not a member of NACBA? Join NACBA Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/25

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It’s a New Week with New Headlines…

Credit Education Coalition Will Work to Change Federal Law

CFPB Sets Date for Revised Plan to Rein In Arbitration Agreements

New Study Indicates Medicaid Expansion Helps Consumers With Medical Debt

Congressional Leaders, Federal Regulators Discuss Critical Debt Collection Issues at Washington Insights Conference

CFPB Official Previews Final Mortgage Servicing Rule

Summary Judgment Granted Against Debt Collector In FTC Action

Man harassed by debt collector wins $10M award

3 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER FOR OUR FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

What are the 5 key challenges you must face to grow to the next level?
The 10 major components of every successful law firm.
Specific steps you must take to build a lifestyle law firm that provides the income you want.

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBASF ONLY 23 DAYS REMAIN!

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EARN CLE BY THE BAY!

The City by the Bay and NACBA’s Convention come together to create the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues at the only national CLE program designed for consumer bankruptcy attorneys. Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more (including an Ethics credit in most states).

REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Not a member of NACBA? Join NACBA Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/21

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Today’s Headlines…

Overall Credit Card Debt Accumulation, Delinquency Rates Increase in 2015

Online Payday Loans Carry ‘Steep Hidden Costs’

Appellate Courts Hold Typical Collection Letters Violate FDCPA

Online Lenders’ Use of ACH Can Lead to Cascading Fees, Account Closures for Consumers, CFPB Report Finds

CFPB’s Constitutionality and Director’s Interpretation Challenged

Colleges Continue to Return Tuition Money in Bankruptcy Fights

Sale to Vulture Fails Business Judgment Test

READ THE SPRING EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL (CBJ)

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

27 DAYS UNTIL #NACBASF!

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The 24th Annual NACBA Convention is just around the corner! We are looking forward to all of the exciting sessions, speakers, networking, and of course being in the beautiful city of San Francisco. We hope you are getting ready to embark on this one of a kind experience as well! Take a minute to look over this 3 point checklist to make sure you’re ready for #NACBASF:

Have you Registered? Registering is simple and only takes a few moments. Register today!
Make your Airline Reservation. NACBA has arranged the following discounts flying into San Francisco on two different airlines, United Airlines and Delta Airlines.
- United– To book travel online, enter ZVNS928278 in the Offer Code box when searching for flights.
- Delta-When booking online, select Book A Trip, click on Advanced Search and enter the meeting code, NMMCK, in the box provided on the Search Flights page. Reservations may also be made by calling our Delta Meeting reservations at 800-328-1111 Mon-Fri 7 am-7 pm CDT.
Place your Hotel Reservations: NACBASF will be taking place at the Marriott Marquis San Francisco. Attendees will receive a special rate of $245 per night. If you are calling in your reservation, be sure to ask to stay in the NACBA block. The special rate is available through April 27, 2016 or until the block sold out. Click HERE to make your reservations with the hotel.

Now, once you’ve checked everything off your list, kick and back and get ready for an awesome Convention!

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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Thursday, April 28, 2016
NACBA WEBINAR

Building a 7-Figure Lifestyle Law Firm:
Upscaling from a Job, to a Practice, to a Business
3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Stephen Fairley, CEO of The Rainmaker Institute
FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

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Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Register HERE

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/20

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Mid Week Headlines…

Appeals Court Rejects Firm’s Attempt to End TCPA Class Action

Card Default Rates Jump; Overall Numbers Remain Flat

Florida Governor Signs Legislation Aimed at Curbing Unexpected Medical Bills

Senators Request GAO Review of Fintech Marketplace Regulations

CFPB Sheds Light on Coming Payday-Loans Rule

Purely “Compensatory” Debts Owed by Attorneys to Clients (Which Are Not Disciplinary or Punitive Fees Imposed by the State Bar) Are Dischargeable In Bankruptcy

Hinshaw Thwarts Consumer’s Attempt to Expand the Definition “Debt Collector” under FDCPA

NACBASF IS LESS THAN A MONTH AWAY! HAVE YOU REGISTERED?

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Dynamic Keynote Speakers: You won’t want to miss famed political consultant, Bob Shrum, Nomi Prins, Renowned Author & Commentator from Wall Street to Washingtonand Adam Carroll, 2x Tedx Speaker, author, and Founder of National Financial Educators.
Not one but TWO pre-convention sessions: On Thursday, May 19th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM you have the option to attend either the Evidence & Procedure for the Bankruptcy Litigator or Bankruptcy 101.
Earn CLE: NACBA has created the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues while earning CLE Credits. (Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more including an Ethics credit in most states).
Relevant and Timely Sessions: NACBA’s sessions are timely, relevant and presented by a distinguished panel of expert speakers. #NACBASF delivers professional development designed to educate, advocate and litigate!
Free Access to Video Stream Convention Presentations. Convention registration will once again include three months access to replay many presentations in the comfort of your own home or office.

Sounds great right? Register today

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

Subscribe Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/19

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Tuesday’s News…

Defendant in FTC Cramming Case Settles Charges

9th Circuit: Defendant Can’t Avoid TCPA Class Action Lawsuit by Depositing Funds Into Court-Controlled Account

TCPA, FDCPA and FCRA Monthly Case Filings Increase in March

South Carolina Consumers Targeted by ‘Imposter’ Scams in 2015

CFPB’s Constitutionality and Director’s Interpretation Challenged

Obligations Under Condo Declaration Run with the Land

UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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Thursday, April 28, 2016
NACBA WEBINAR

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

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Register HERE

October 7th-10th, 2016
NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Register HERE

NACBASF IS LESS THAN A MONTH AWAY! HAVE YOU REGISTERED?

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Dynamic Keynote Speakers: You won’t want to miss famed political consultant, Bob Shrum, Nomi Prins, Renowned Author & Commentator from Wall Street to Washingtonand Adam Carroll, 2x Tedx Speaker, author, and Founder of National Financial Educators.
Not one but TWO pre-convention sessions: On Thursday, May 19th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM you have the option to attend either the Evidence & Procedure for the Bankruptcy Litigator or Bankruptcy 101.
Earn CLE: NACBA has created the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues while earning CLE Credits. (Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more including an Ethics credit in most states).
Relevant and Timely Sessions: NACBA’s sessions are timely, relevant and presented by a distinguished panel of expert speakers. #NACBASF delivers professional development designed to educate, advocate and litigate!
Free Access to Video Stream Convention Presentations. Convention registration will once again include three months access to replay many presentations in the comfort of your own home or office.

Sounds great right? Register today

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon don’t forget to renew your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

Not a member of NACBA? Take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive and Join NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

Subscribe Today!

#NACBASF Session Spotlight

Thursday, May 19th, 5:00pm – 6:00pm

BUILD A THRIVING BANKRUPTCY PRACTICE EVEN WHEN FILINGS ARE DOWN

Presented by: Richard James
Automated Business Results

Discover three keys that allow you to create the law firm of your dreams. Generate leads at will, convert those leads into paying clients and finally, live life on your terms. In spite of a decrease in bankruptcy filings, Automated Business Results clients have become leaders in their market, breaking personal filing records every month. They do it by using the three keys, revealed in this session.

Biography

Richard James, Founder and President of Automated Business Results, has earned a reputation as a national “Legal Systems Expert.” He built a consumer law firm in Arizona from zero to over $3.5 million in annual sales in just over two years. His legacy also includes a career of building businesses in five different industries bringing his proven formula to each to achieve success. His success ingredient is simple: systems. Richard believes that systems should run your law firm and people should run your systems.

Author of two books for attorneys, The DNA of the Autonomous Attorney and Discover The Acres Of Diamonds In Your Law Firm, Richard has devised a process for helping attorneys build a practice that supports their lifestyle, not undermines it. Richard passion is to work with like-minded Entrepreneurial Attorneys, who want to take action to build the systems they create together to obtain, real, measurable results. Grab a free copy of the DNA of the Autonomous Attorney by going to www.TheRichardJames.com/DNAFreeBook

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