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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/11

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Mid Week Headlines…

CFPB’s Lawsuit Challenged by Defunct Lender

Credit Protection Association Pays $72k, Adopts New Policies over FCRA Violations

FDCPA Case Law Review for April 2016

Second Circuit tells debt collectors to notify debtors of interest, late fees

Teacher Can’t Discharge Student Loans in Bankruptcy

Ch. 7 Debtor Wins Partial Discharge of Student Loans

WANT 3 GOOD REASONS TO ATTEND #NACBASF IN 7 DAYS?

There are so many reasons to attend #NACBASF, but our line up of Keynote Speakers is three of the most compelling reasons why you should Register Today! Check out who is headlining at#NACBASF 2016! Don’t miss these prominent speakers!

Bob Shrum, Famed Political Consultant. Shrum has advised practically every major Democratic candidate from Edmund Muskie and Ted Kennedy to All Gore and John Kerry, and understands how political campaigns are fought and won. Shrum is the author of No Excuses: Concessions of a Serial Campaigner.

Nomi Prins, Renowned Author & Commentator from Wall Street to Washington. Prins’ latest acclaimed book All the Presidents’ Bankers is a groundbreaking narrative on how an elite group of men transformed the American economy & government, dictated policy & shaped world history. Nomi has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, CNBC, CSPAN, PBS, FOX and other TV stations.

Adam Carroll, 2x Tedx Speaker. Founder of National Financial Educators, author of Winning the Money Game, director of Broke, Busted & Disgusted, host of Build a Bigger Life podcast and creator of Scholarship Mastery.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Annual Convention,  Fall Workshop and  Webinars that are on the horizon by keeping you r membership current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/10

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What’s making Headlines?

Nearly Half of Millennials Have Bad Credit: TransUnion

Debt Relief Scam Victims to Receive $1.87M

Online Lenders Queried by Regulators on Referral Fees, Bank Deals

Collection Agency Settles FTC’s Charges

Proposed Rule on Government Collection Calls Released

Consumers’ Perceived Credit Availability Falters, While Income and Spending Confidence Rebound

Pace of Total U.S. Consumer Borrowing Surges Since 2001

FCC Proposes to Protect Student Loan Borrowers and Other Consumers from a Tidal Wave of Robocalls and Texts from Collectors of Federal Debts

Report: HUD’s Sales of FHA-Defaulted Mortgage Loans Benefit the Big Mortgage Servicers and Hedge Funds While Homeowners Lose

Credit Protection Association Pays $72k, Adopts New Policies over FCRA Violations

UPCOMING EVENTS

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

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Annual Convention,  Fall Workshop and  Webinars that are on the horizon by keeping you r membership current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/6

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Friday’s News…

Judge Rules FDCPA Case Can Proceed

How the Industry May Challenge CFPB’s Arbitration Plan

Subprime Lender Receives Subpoena from Maryland Regulators

Forced Arbitration: CFPB Issues Proposed Rules to Restore Consumers’ Legal Rights

FCC Trying To Minimize Annoyances From New Robocall Debt Collection Loophole

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act complaint to proceed in Philadelphia federal court

Bankruptcy filings in region hit 8-year low

Student debt on the rise in 2016

US Congressman introduces bill to combat student debt

NOT REGISTERED FOR NACBASF YET? 

If you aren’t registered for NACBASF 2016, watch this video to get a glimpse into why the Annual Convention is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Then don’t wait another moment Register today so you can become part of the NACBA experience!

MARK YOUR SCHEDULE FOR THESE UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Annual Convention,  Fall Workshop and  Webinars that are on the horizon by keeping you r membership current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/5

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Headlines Making News…

Debtor Benefits from 108(b)’s Extension of Time to Redeem

$5.2M Settlement in Phone Bill Cramming Contempt Case

Survey: Consumers Increase Personal Savings, But Credit Card Balances Remain

CFPB Publishes Proposed Arbitration Rule; Coins a New Phrase

Harvard Study Finds New Regulations Are Affecting Consumer Access to Credit

N.C. Fed. Court Rejects Defendant’s TCPA Arguments as to ‘Revocation of Consent,’ ‘ATDS’

Bankruptcy Filings Reverse Upward Course

Bankruptcy Forms Invite New Questions Nationwide

CFPB Proposes Amendments to Mortgage Servicing Rules Under RESPA and TILA

MARK YOUR SCHEDULE FOR THESE UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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

NACBA CARES ABOUT YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 

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When you are a NACBA Member you have access to our Career Center! You can apply for a job or you can post a job. Visit our Career Center Today!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Annual Convention,  Fall Workshop and  Webinars that are on the horizon by keeping you r membership current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/4

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Midweek Headlines…

Scammers Charged Over Alleged Fake Subscription Operation

ID Theft Pioneer Rebuilding After $100M Contempt Settlement

Reverse Mortgage May Be Modified

ACA Releases New White Paper Countering the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Servicemember Complaint Report

Currently Pending FCC Petitions in TCPA Matters

Receivables Secondary Market Restrictions Will Shrink Consumer Credit, DBA Study Argues

The CFPB’s Tough Month of April

Problems With the CFPB’s Argument: An Analysis of the D.C. Circuit Oral Arguments on Statute of Limitations

7 Things To Know About Why So Many Debt Collection Lawsuits Are Filed In Nebraska

MARK YOUR SCHEDULE FOR THESE UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

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

GET YOUR COMPANY IN FRONT OF THOUSANDS OF ATTORNEYS! PARTNER WITH NACBA

NACBA is the only national organization dedicated to serving the needs of consumer bankruptcy attorneys and protecting the rights of consumer debtors in bankruptcy. Our promotion reaches upward of 8,000 bankruptcy attorneys! Learn how you can partner with NACBA! Opportunities include:

  • Advertising in the Consumer Bankruptcy Journal
  • E-Newsletter Advertising
  • Webinar Sponsorship
  • Website Advertising 
  • Annual Convention and Fall Workshop Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Annual Convention,  Fall Workshop and  Webinars that are on the horizon by keeping you r membership current.  Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

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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

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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. 

REGISTER FOR NACBASF 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 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)

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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:

  1. Have you Registered? Registering is simple and only takes a few moments.  Register today!
  2. 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.
  3. 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

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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!

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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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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!

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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).
  4. 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!
  5. 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

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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

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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

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

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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!

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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).
  4. 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!
  5. 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

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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