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Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/15

Dive Into Today’s Headlines…

Trump Reinstates Jessica Rosenworcel’s FCC Nomination

Study: Consumers Pay Down Credit Card Debt in First Quarter; But Not Enough

U.S. Department of the Treasury Calls for CFPB Reform in Report to President

ED RFP Litigation Continues Even While RFP “Do-Over” is in Progress

Six Degrees Of Separation: Use Of Bankruptcy Rule 2004 Examination In Connection With Third-Party Litigation

The CFPB’s Examination Playbook Revealed

Department of Education Intends to Revisit Rules that Provide Relief and Protections to Students, Taxpayers from School Fraud

Jurisdiction Retention Clause in Sale Order Can’t Provide Bankruptcy Court Subject Matter Jurisdiction for Contract Disputes between Non-Debtors

Why consumer groups are ready to fight Trump rollback of financial safeguards

How debt collection industry scored rare ‘victory’

Treasury Report Recommends Keeping Data From Consumers

Gorsuch’s First Opinion: Let Debt Collectors Run Amok

Colorado Modifies and Extends Its Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Through September 1, 2028; Extends Scope to Cover “Debt Buyers”Assembly Judiciary Committee Approves ​Wieckowski Bill

Feds point fingers as ‘debt relief’ cos. prey on students

So Who Really Is A ‘Debt Collector’ Under The FDCPA?

Upcoming NACBA Webinar!

Don’t miss NACBA’s comprehensive webinar, “2017 Case Law Updates & Impact on Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys,Thursday, June 22nd from 3pm-4pm ET with Henry Sommer and Angela Littiwn. This webinar will discuss recent trends in bankruptcy case law, with analysis of cases decided by the Courts of Appeals and other appellate courts. Take a look at the cases they will be discussing and make sure you Register Today!

Cost is $25 for NACBA Members/$75 For NonMembers

Renew Your Membership  For a Chance to Win This Great Resource!

Renew your membership in June to be entered to win a copy of NCLC Consumer Bankruptcy Law and Practice Volume I & II, Eleventh Edition (Value $130). Two winners, will be selected at random each month.

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In honor of NACBA’s 25th Anniversary, we want to reward you with a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Introduce a new member to NACBA and we will send you $25 Amazon Gift Card. Not only will YOU receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card but the NEW MEMBER will also receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Check out the Requirements and start referring today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/27

Continued Scrutiny of Student Loans Serivcers

Massachusetts Bankruptcy Court Confirms that Chapter 13 Debtors May “Strip Off” Second Mortgages

House Financial Services Committee Could Vote on CHOICE Act Next Week

State Unemployment Agency Violated Discharge Injunction by Garnishing Debtor’s Wages After it had Notice of Bankruptcy Case, but Failed to Object to Discharge

40% of Americans spend up to half of their income servicing debt

House aims to rewrite consumer safeguards

Keys To Understanding The Legal Battle Brewing Between Ocwen And The CFPB

Consumers Show Signs of Frailty

Changes coming in the fall to how major credit score is calculated

Third Circuit agrees with lower court that Rooker-Feldman doctrine precludes claims in FDCPA case

Hundreds of military members owed refunds from auto lender

Receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card!

In honor of NACBA’s 25th Anniversary, we want to reward you with a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Introduce a new member to NACBA and we will send you $25 Amazon Gift Card. Not only will YOU receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card but the NEW MEMBER will also receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Check out the Requirements and start referring today!

NACBA25 is Couple Weeks Away! There’s Still Time to Register!

Join us in celebrating 25 years of NACBA on May 4th-7th in Orlando, Florida at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. Visit NACBA25 for all the details on speakers, sessions, hotel reservations, registration and more! Register today!

 It’s a New Month! Renew Your Membership to Enter This Awesome Giveaway!

Renew your membership in April and be entered to win a copy of NCLC Consumer Bankruptcy Law and Practice Volume I & II, Eleventh Edition (Value $130). Two winners, will be selected at random each month