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Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/23

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What’s Happening?

Debt Collection Arrest Story Debunked

Hospital Computer Glitch Wrongly Sends Accounts to Collections

CFPB Director Cordray Doubles Down on Arbitration Clause Stance

8 Things Providers Don’t Know About Debt Collection and Cell Phones

Illinois Amends Laws Regulating Debt Collection

Reputed victims of John Beck speak out

More Subprime Borrowers Are Falling Behind on Their Auto Loans

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Registration is Open for March’s Webinar

Regulation of X & Z Enforcement Powerful New Tools for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

  • Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 60 minutes
  • 3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
  • Presented by: Marc Dann, Former Ohio Attorney General
  • Registration deadline: 3/2/16 at 2PM Eastern.
  • $25 Member / $75 Non Member
  • Register HERE

“Regulation X & Z Enforcement,” provides an overview of federal Regulation X and Regulation Z and demonstrates how these laws can empower consumers and their counsel. The presentation outlines specific errors prohibited by these regulations.During this webinar, Marc will walk participants through examples of actual Requests for Information and Notices of Error used daily by The Dann Law Firm. Marc will explore these regulations with case studies highlighting real-life scenarios faced by clients. Attendees can expect to gain a solid understanding of Regulation X and Z and how these statutes could benefit their clients.

If you are unable to participate in webinar at scheduled time, register by 3/2/16 at 2 PM Eastern and you will receive recording, materials and discounted pricing. After 3/2/16, the webinar will be available in the NACBA Store.

RECEIVE A SCHOLARSHIP TO THE  2016 #NACBASF CONVENTION

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 Did you know that you can get a scholarship to attend #NACBASF? One scholarship is available to a legal aid attorney who attends the Convention and is a first-time attendee at an NACBA educational program. This scholarship has been created in recognition of the extraordinary contributions to NACBA by President Emeritus Henry J. Sommer, who served on NACBA’s Board from 1992 to 2011 and as President from 2005 to 2008. The scholarship covers the registration fee and materials for the Convention.

Interested candidates should submit by email a cover letter and resume to admin@NACBA.org no later than Friday, March 18, 2016.

Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate for savings and for a convention you won’t want to miss.

*Early Bird Rate Ends Friday, March 25th

EXHIBITOR AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

NACBASF and NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit is the perfect opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor to showcase your product. Learn more about how you can participate in the 2016 Prospectus.

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

2016 never looked better!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS WITH VALUE

Spring break is right around the corner! What better way to take a well deserved break than to experience the most magical place in the world, the Walt Disney World® Resort!  NACBA Members receive special rates starting at $159 per night + tax (currently at 12.5%) – if for some reason the Association rates are higher than Best Available Rate on the Starwood website, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin will price match that rate. Call 1-800-227-1500 and ask for the code :NACBAMBR. 

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/19

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Defendants Settle Charges of Selling Personal Data to Scammers

FTC Sends Annual Collection Enforcement Data to CFPB

FCRA, TCPA Lawsuits Rise; CFPB Complaints Fall

Banks Speeding Up Repossessions of Foreclosed Homes

Survey: Consumers Will Use Tax Refunds for Savings, Paying Down Debt

Adoption Assistance Benefits Properly Excluded from CMI

Court Rules in Favor of Law Firm and Creditor in Four Year Old FDCPA and Bankruptcy Case

FTC Touts Record of Outreach, Addressing “Troubling Issues” in Debt Collection

Debt Collectors Flooded with Mass-Produced Requests for Validation

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Registration is Open for March’s Webinar

Regulation of X & Z Enforcement Powerful New Tools for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

  • Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 60 minutes
  • 3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
  • Presented by: Marc Dann, Former Ohio Attorney General
  • Registration deadline: 3/2/16 at 2PM Eastern.
  • $25 Member / $75 Non Member
  • Register HERE

“Regulation X & Z Enforcement,” provides an overview of federal Regulation X and Regulation Z and demonstrates how these laws can empower consumers and their counsel. The presentation outlines specific errors prohibited by these regulations.During this webinar, Marc will walk participants through examples of actual Requests for Information and Notices of Error used daily by The Dann Law Firm. Marc will explore these regulations with case studies highlighting real-life scenarios faced by clients. Attendees can expect to gain a solid understanding of Regulation X and Z and how these statutes could benefit their clients.

If you are unable to participate in webinar at scheduled time, register by 3/2/16 at 2 PM Eastern and you will receive recording, materials and discounted pricing. After 3/2/16, the webinar will be available in the NACBA Store.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE 2016 #NACBASF CONVENTION?

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Join former NACBA member, now State Senator Bob Wieckowski at his session, “Get Involved California,” where he will discuss important California legislation that may affect your bankruptcy practice, including continued efforts to increase the California homestead exemption.

89 days remain until #NACBASF 2016! Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate for savings and for a convention you won’t want to miss.

*Early Bird Rate Ends Friday, March 25th

EXHIBITOR AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

NACBASF and NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit is the perfect opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor to showcase your product. Learn more about how you can participate in the 2016 Prospectus.

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

2016 never looked better!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS WITH VALUE

Through NPP, NACBA Members receive discounted rates on essential products and services from prominent industry companies, including Verizon, Staples, Best Buy and Expedia. See additional products and services below. Sign up for NPP discounts HERE. Take a look at all of the great discounts you can receive!

  • Verizon Wireless – Cell phones, equipment and lines of wireless service
  • Actsoft, Inc. – Advanced Wireless Forms, Mobile Workforce Management, GPS Tracking Software, Wireless Time Clock
  • Best Buy – Commercial-grade products with business-friendly features, as well as popular retail products from the extensive Best Buy selection.
  • 800 Flowers – Save 20% on 1-800Flowers.com and 1-800Baskets.com
  • Complete Office – Furniture/flooring, office, computer and Janitorial supplies.
  • CradlePoint – 3G/4G Network Router, Network and Wireless Solutions
  • En Pointe Technologies Sales LLC – Hardware and software solutions, offering brands such as Apple, Microsoft, HP and Dell.
  • Expedia – The world’s largest online travel agency
  • Kimball Office – Quality Crafted Office Furnishings
  • Kyocera Document Solutions America, Inc. – Sales and service of multi-functional devices & printers
  • Level 3 – On demand teleconferencing and web collaboration that’s simple, easy to use, and available anytime.
  • PetFirst Pet Insurance – PetFirst Pet Insurance is a financial tool to reimburse dog and cat owners for their pet’s veterinary expenses. Get up to 90% of veterinary bills back with coverage from PetFirst.
  • Sherwin-Williams Company – Distributor of retail, commercial, and industrial paints, coats, painting supplies, and wall coverings.
  • Staples Advantage – Office Supplies and Products
  • Vantiv-Payment Processing – Credit Card Processing, Payments, and Technology
  • Verizon Terremark – Enterprise Cloud, Colocation Services and Virtualized Disaster Recovery.
  • myAutoloan – One Application – Up to 4 Loan Offers in Minutes. Buying or Refinancing – Get approved today and receive a blank check or same day funding!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA  Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/18

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Today’s Headlines…

FTC Issues Annual Report on Debt Collection Enforcement

BBB Report: Complaints About Debt Collectors Continue to Decline

Consumers’ Spending Activity Slows in December 2015

ACA Files Reply Brief in D.C. Circuit Appeal Challenging FCC’s TCPA Order

7th Cir. Rejects FDCPA Allegations Involving Letters Sent to Debtor’s Counsel

Payday Lending Clash Rolls On Between CFPB And Congress

United States: CFPB Issues TRID Revision

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Registration is Open for March’s Webinar

Regulation of X & Z Enforcement Powerful New Tools for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

  • Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 60 minutes
  • 3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
  • Presented by: Marc Dann, Former Ohio Attorney General
  • Registration deadline: 3/2/16 at 2PM Eastern.
  • $25 Member / $75 Non Member
  • Register HERE

“Regulation X & Z Enforcement,” provides an overview of federal Regulation X and Regulation Z and demonstrates how these laws can empower consumers and their counsel. The presentation outlines specific errors prohibited by these regulations.During this webinar, Marc will walk participants through examples of actual Requests for Information and Notices of Error used daily by The Dann Law Firm. Marc will explore these regulations with case studies highlighting real-life scenarios faced by clients. Attendees can expect to gain a solid understanding of Regulation X and Z and how these statutes could benefit their clients.

If you are unable to participate in webinar at scheduled time, register by 3/2/16 at 2 PM Eastern and you will receive recording, materials and discounted pricing. After 3/2/16, the webinar will be available in the NACBA Store.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE 2016 #NACBASF CONVENTION?

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NACBASF has some stellar Keynote Speakers in 2016! Don’t miss the opening keynote, “Don’t Just Survive, Thrive in a Struggling Economy,” with Adam Carroll. Adam will share methods and strategies that will help you THRIVE when others are simply surviving. You’ll learn how to build your network for success, how to leverage your knowledge and contacts, and ultimately how to make your mark on your clients to create a never-ending stream of referrals.

90 days remain until #NACBASF 2016! Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate for savings and for a convention you won’t want to miss.

*Early Bird Rate Ends Friday, March 25th

EXHIBITOR AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

NACBASF and NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit is the perfect opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor to showcase your product. Learn more about how you can participate in the 2016 Prospectus.

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

2016 never looked better!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS WITH VALUE

NACBA and www.certificateofservice.com have teamed up to offer NACBA members discounted mailing services! Every user of the NACBA/COS mailing system gets the benefit of reduced pricing on per page copy costs, reduced postage, as well as the same reliability and timeliness of thewww.certificateofservice.com mailing system.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA  Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/17

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Midweek News…

Lawsuit Against Debt Collector Dismissed

Scalia’s Death Is a Setback for Online Lenders in Key Court Fight

Optimizing Collections: Part II

Consumer Complaints and Litigation Fluctuate to Start 2016

Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Affirms “Prior Express Consent” Defeats TCPA Claim in Healthcare Collections Case

Viral Student Loan Nightmare Is Not What It Seems, Authorities Say

Recent Scrutiny of CFPB’s Complaint Database Foretells Problems for Businesses

New York Fed Says Student and Auto Loans Were Leaders of the Consumer Debt Pack in 2015

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Registration is Open for March’s Webinar

Regulation of X & Z Enforcement Powerful New Tools for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

  • Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 60 minutes
  • 3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
  • Presented by: Marc Dann, Former Ohio Attorney General
  • Registration deadline: 3/2/16 at 2PM Eastern.
  • $25 Member / $75 Non Member
  • Register HERE

“Regulation X & Z Enforcement,” provides an overview of federal Regulation X and Regulation Z and demonstrates how these laws can empower consumers and their counsel. The presentation outlines specific errors prohibited by these regulations.During this webinar, Marc will walk participants through examples of actual Requests for Information and Notices of Error used daily by The Dann Law Firm. Marc will explore these regulations with case studies highlighting real-life scenarios faced by clients. Attendees can expect to gain a solid understanding of Regulation X and Z and how these statutes could benefit their clients.

If you are unable to participate in webinar at scheduled time, register by 3/2/16 at 2 PM Eastern and you will receive recording, materials and discounted pricing. After 3/2/16, the webinar will be available in the NACBA Store.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE 2016 #NACBASF CONVENTION?

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Join Cathleen Moran and Pamela Simmons as they discuss how to decipher mortgage payment histories and evaluate escrow account analyses in their session, “Mortgage Accounting and Escrow Issues,” at #NACBASF.

91 days remain until #NACBASF 2016! Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate for savings and for a convention you won’t want to miss.

*Early Bird Rate Ends Friday, March 25th

EXHIBITOR AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

NACBASF and NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit is the perfect opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor to showcase your product. Learn more about how you can participate in the 2016 Prospectus.

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

2016 never looked better!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS WITH VALUE

Have you signed up for NACBA’s Listserv? One of the most popular features of NACBA membership is the ability of NACBA members to pose bankruptcy questions and get real time responses from their colleagues around the country. When you join the listserv you join a virtual community that allows you to connect with your peers and enjoy the unparalleled ability to post both the easy and hard questions to some of the best consumer bankruptcy attorneys in the nation.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA  Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

 

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/16

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What’s Happening Today?

Optimizing Collection Processes Using Verified Consumer Content

Tech Support Operators Settle FTC, Florida Charges

Judge Denies Prevailing Party’s Motion For Attorney Fees in Clear Cut FDCPA Case

Department of ED Extends Debt Collection RFP Deadline Again

Debtors May Recover Damages for Emotional Distress from IRS

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Registration is Open for March’s Webinar

Regulation of X & Z Enforcement Powerful New Tools for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

  • Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 60 minutes
  • 3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
  • Presented by: Marc Dann, Former Ohio Attorney General
  • Registration deadline: 3/2/16 at 2PM Eastern.
  • $25 Member / $75 Non Member
  • Register HERE

“Regulation X & Z Enforcement,” provides an overview of federal Regulation X and Regulation Z and demonstrates how these laws can empower consumers and their counsel. The presentation outlines specific errors prohibited by these regulations.During this webinar, Marc will walk participants through examples of actual Requests for Information and Notices of Error used daily by The Dann Law Firm. Marc will explore these regulations with case studies highlighting real-life scenarios faced by clients. Attendees can expect to gain a solid understanding of Regulation X and Z and how these statutes could benefit their clients.

If you are unable to participate in webinar at scheduled time, register by 3/2/16 at 2 PM Eastern and you will receive recording, materials and discounted pricing. After 3/2/16, the webinar will be available in the NACBA Store.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE 2016 #NACBASF CONVENTION?

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NACBA is excited to bring you a lineup of Speakers and Sessions that are relevant to  you! #NACBASF brings dynamic Keynote Speakers, Fireside Chats, 2 Pre-C0nvention Sessions, and an opportunity to have some fun with your peers at the Baseball Group Event  where you can catch the  San Francisco Giants take on the Chicago Cubs at AT&T Park.

Only 92 days remain until #NACBASF 2016! Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate for savings and for a convention you won’t want to miss.

EXHIBITOR AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

NACBASF and NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit is the perfect opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor to showcase your product. Learn more about how you can participate in the 2016 Prospectus.

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

2016 never looked better!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS WITH VALUE

Looking for new opportunities? Time for a change? One of the benefits NACBA offers to enhance your professional development is our Career Center. Check out the current job listings today!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA  Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/15

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NY Fed Reports Moderate Increase in Household Debt

Federal Payday Loan Regulations Expected to Be Finalized by April

A Fresh Start For Millennials: The Case For Forgiving Student Loans

Turning A Blind Eye Cost Lender Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars; Inquiry Notice Spoils Lender’s Good Faith Defense In Fraudulent Transfer Case

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Registration is Open for March’s Webinar

Regulation of X & Z Enforcement Powerful New Tools for Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

  • Wednesday, March 2, 2016, 60 minutes
  • 3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
  • Presented by: Marc Dann, Former Ohio Attorney General
  • Registration deadline: 3/2/16 at 2PM Eastern.
  • $25 Member / $75 Non Member
  • Register HERE

“Regulation X & Z Enforcement,” provides an overview of federal Regulation X and Regulation Z and demonstrates how these laws can empower consumers and their counsel. The presentation outlines specific errors prohibited by these regulations.During this webinar, Marc will walk participants through examples of actual Requests for Information and Notices of Error used daily by The Dann Law Firm. Marc will explore these regulations with case studies highlighting real-life scenarios faced by clients. Attendees can expect to gain a solid understanding of Regulation X and Z and how these statutes could benefit their clients.

If you are unable to participate in webinar at scheduled time, register by 3/2/16 at 2 PM Eastern and you will receive recording, materials and discounted pricing. After 3/2/16, the webinar will be available in the NACBA Store.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE 2016 #NACBASF CONVENTION?

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NACBA is excited to bring you a lineup of Speakers and Sessions that are relevant to  you! #NACBASF brings dynamic Keynote Speakers, Fireside Chats, 2 Pre-C0nvention Sessions, and an opportunity to have some fun with your peers at the Baseball Group Event  where you can catch the  San Francisco Giants take on the Chicago Cubs at AT&T Park.

Only 93 days remain until #NACBASF 2016! Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate for savings and for a convention you won’t want to miss.

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

2016 never looked better!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS WITH VALUE

Looking for new opportunities? Time for a change? One of the benefits NACBA offers to enhance your professional development is our Career Center. Check out the current job listings today!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA  Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/10

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Midweek Headlines…

Louisiana’s Office of Debt Recovery in Full Swing

Tax Refund Anticipation Loans Return, But Who’s Paying the Cost?

Report: Average Credit Card Debt Increases Among Consumers

Consumers’ Earnings and Spending Expectations Increase in January

Student Debt May Have Growing Impact on Households’ Retirement

Judge Grants Mixed Ruling in Yet Another Example of FDCPA Ambiguity

Advocates Commend Dept. of Education Plan to Protect Student Borrowers from Predatory School Practices

REGISTER FOR NACBASF! A CONVENTION YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!

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#NACBASF 2016 is bringing sessions to you that are relevant and practical to your practice. Join David Phillips and John Steinkamp for their session, “Debt Collection Violations in Bankruptcy,” as they look at FDCPA claims arising before, during and after bankruptcy.

Register today for #NACBASF and receive the Early Bird Rate for savings!

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

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2016 never looked better especially if you are buried under the snow right now!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

LOOKING FOR A VALENTINES DAY GIFT?

NACBA is pleased to announce a National Purchasing Partners (NPP) exclusive!  Save 20% sitewide when you purchase Valentine’s flowers and gifts from 1-800flowers.com. Use the promo code NPP20 and find that special arrangement today for either Business Purchases orPersonal Purchases. Happy Valentines Day!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA  Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/9

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In the News…

Rulemaking Notice for TCPA Amendment Expected Soon

Lawsuit Against Tribal Lender Can Proceed

Consumer Borrowing Increase Reaches Three-Month High

$10,000 Book of Mormon Properly Exempted

FCC to Issue Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for TCPA Amendment

CFPB Issues Compliance Bulletin on FCRA

Good News for Creditors in Individual Bankruptcy Cases

REGISTER FOR NACBASF! A CONVENTION YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!

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Interested in Attending NACBASF ? Apply for a Henry J. Sommer Scholarship

One scholarship is available to a legal aid attorney who attends the Convention and is a first-time attendee at an NACBA educational program. This scholarship has been created in recognition of the extraordinary contributions to NACBA by President Emeritus Henry J. Sommer, who served on NACBA’s Board from 1992 to 2011 and as President from 2005 to 2008. The scholarship covers the registration fee and materials for the Convention. Interested candidates should submit by email a cover letter and resume to admin@NACBA.org no later than Friday, March 18, 2016.

Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate!

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

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2016 never looked better especially if you are buried under the snow right now!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

VALENTINES DAY IS AROUND THE CORNER AND NACBA HAS JUST THE GIFT

NACBA is pleased to announce a National Purchasing Partners (NPP) exclusive!  Save 20% sitewide when you purchase Valentine’s flowers and gifts from 1-800flowers.com. Use the promo code NPP20 and find that special arrangement today for either Business Purchases orPersonal Purchases. Happy Valentines Day!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA  Members receive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/8

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Headlines Kicking Off This Week…

Lawsuit Against Tribal Lender Can Proceed

Minnesota Hospitals Report More Bad Debt

Are Lenders Ready to Give Strategic Defaulters a Second Chance?

FCC Hints at Questions in Upcoming Proposed Rulemaking for New TCPA Amendment

Total Bankruptcy Filings Continue to Decrease

Failure to Inform a Consumer That a Partial Payment Revives an Out-of-Stat Debt Could Be an FDCPA Violation, Court Says

11th Circuit Says Assignee Cannot File Bankruptcy for Company

100 DAYS REMAIN UNTIL  NACBASF!

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Only 100 days left until #NACBASF 2016! NACBA is so excited to host its convention in beautiful San Francisco! Not only will you enjoy this picturesque city you will also find value in the informative and relevant sessions that are offered. Take a look at the speakers, topics, and sessions that you’ll have the opportunity to attend at http://nacbacon.com/lawyer/Schedule_cp15466.htm.

Register today and receive the Early Bird Rate!

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

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2016 never looked better especially if you are buried under the snow right now!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

VALENTINES DAY IS AROUND THE CORNER AND NACBA HAS JUST THE GIFT

NACBA is pleased to announce a National Purchasing Partners (NPP) exclusive!  Save 20% sitewide when you purchase Valentine’s flowers and gifts from 1-800flowers.com. Use the promo code NPP20 and find that special arrangement today for either Business Purchases or Personal Purchases. Happy Valentines Day!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 begin this year by renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Membersreceive? Join  NACBA Today!

Receive NACBA’s Bankruptcy News Briefs Automatically!

Subscribe to NACBA NOW!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/5

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Friday’s News…

Ninth Circuit TCPA Ruling Viewed as Industry Win

Bankers Push Back Against CFPB Checking Initiative

Home Sale Gains at Eight-Year High

House of Representatives Passes Legislation to End Operation Choke Point

InsideARM FDCPA Caselaw Grid updated through January 30, 2016

Bankruptcy Law News: Reclamation or Section 503(b)(9) Claim? – A Potential Trap

CFPB Ignores Complaint Data in Targeting Payday Lenders

United States: CFPB Argues Statute Of Limitations Not Applicable In Certain UDAAP Actions

REGISTER FOR THE NACBASF CONVENTION TODAY AND RECEIVE THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

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Looking for another reason to attend #NACBASF? You receive 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.

Join us at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis on May 19th-22nd for the 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco! Register today at http://nacbacon.com/

SAVE THE DATE! GET READY TO SAIL AWAY WITH NACBA IN 2016!

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2016 never looked better especially if you are buried under the snow right now!  Set your sights on sailing the friendly seas! Save the date and get ready to register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016.

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