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Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/7

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Monday’s Headlines…

Missouri AG Proposes Debt Collection Reforms

Debts Canceled for Some Defrauded Corinthian Students

Experian Predicts, Reviews Data Breach Trends

Credit Reporting Firm Handed $8M Penalty

CFPB Warns of Flaws in Credit Card Market

November 2015 Bankruptcy Filings Increase Over Previous Year

Bankruptcy Court Takes Dewsnup to Task

Register for NACBA’s Upcoming Webinars!

Give Yourself A Gift and Register for These Upcoming Webinars in December!

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open! Free for Members! $49 for Non Members

Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Part 2: Live Questions & Answers
Monday, December 14, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Norma Hammes, Esq., Carey Ebert, Esq., (United States Chapter 7 & 13 Trustee) & Walter Oney, Esq.
Must register by 12/14/15. $20 Members / $75 Non Member. More Info HERE.

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open! $25.00 for Members $75.00 for Non Members

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

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Good News! You have the chance to be an Exhibitor and/or Sponsor at 2 NACBA Events!

Registration is Now Open for Exhibitors and Sponsors for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th 2016! Both events are perfect opportunities to network and showcase your company!Visit the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

SAVE THE DATE!

2016 never looked better! Mark your calendars for 2 NACBA Events you won’t want to miss! Both events will be in beautiful locations, provide informative education sessions, and is an ideal opportunity to network with your colleagues while you earn CLE! Get ready to attend:

The 24th Annual NACBA Convention in gorgeous San Francisco, May 19th-22nd, 2016
Sail the friendly seas when you register for NACBA’s Fall Workshop Summit at Sea, October 7th-10th, 2016

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

With so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon in 2016 don’t end this year without renewing your NACBA Membership! Renew Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/29

Making Headlines…

Auto Lender Settles Illegal Debt Collection Charges

New Rules Expand Student Loan Repayment Plan

Corinthian Colleges Ordered to Pay $531M

Four Plead Guilty in Alleged $31M Collection Scheme

U.S: No Robo-Calls, Unless You’re Collecting Government-Backed Debt

Using Modern Dialing Equipment for Government Debt Would Be Allowed Under Bi-Partisan Congressional Budget Bill

Department of Education Grows Student Loan Repayment Plan with New Regulations

Mortgage Acknowledgements: Can A Boo-Boo Be Fixed?

COME SAIL AWAY! SAVE THE DATE FOR NACBA’s SUMMIT AT SEA!

NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! On October 7-10, 2016 prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea! The Summit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss. NACBA encourages you to bring the family too! The schedule and speakers will be announced shortly.

Don’t Miss These Upcoming Webinars!

NOVEMBER WEBINARS

REGISTER TODAY!

Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Webinar
Thursday, November 19, 2015
3:00 PM ET/ 2:00 PM CT/1:00 PM MT/12:00 PM PT
Presented by: Norma Hammes, Esq., Carey Ebert, Esq., (United States Chapter 7 & 13 Trustee) &Walter Oney, Esq.

Description: Full overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015. Register Today!

DECEMBER WEBINARS

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices,
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00 PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association
Registration is Open!

Encumbered Property
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3 PM Eastern / 2PM Central / 1PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION IS AROUND THE CORNER!

Save the date we’re heading to the golden coast! Join us in San Francisco, CA on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention packed with sessions, speakers and networking opportunities you won’t want to miss!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 9/4

What’s Happening?

New York State Amends Recently Enacted Regulations, Issues Additional Clarification

CBA Joins the Bandwagon; Files Petition to the FCC for Declaratory Ruling

Apparent ly Creditor Friendly North Carolina Debt Collection Law Revision Surprises Some

Debt in America is rising again — and that’s a good thing

Research Shows Shift in Hospitals’ Financial Risk

ACA Updates SearchPoint Documents with Requirements in North Carolina and New York

Debtor May Not Compel Sale of Property under Section 363(h)

Education Department Delays Relief For Defrauded Student Loan Borrowers

NACBA Events Educate

We’re Counting Down the Days Until the 24th Annual NACBA Convention!

NACBA is gearing up for the 24th Annual Convention being held in the beautiful city of San Francisco on May 19-22nd in 2016! Mark your calendar and save the date you won’t want to miss this awesome event!

The Perks of Being a NACBA Member

Catch up on your reading this weekend, dive into the Summer Edition of the National Consumer Bankruptcy Journal.
Want a recap of the 23rd Annual Convention? Sign up for one of the Playback NACBA packages from the 2015 NACBA Convention in Chicago for access to session recordings.
Each NACBA member receives FREE, as part of his/her membership, access to Fastcase’s bankruptcy database. In addition, NACBA members are eligible to purchase Fastcase’s “Premium Plan,” which includes access to a database of opinions of the supreme courts and courts of appeal of all 50 states, at an annual rate of just $195. This is a significant discount from the non-member annual price of $995.
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Bankruptcy News Briefs 8/20

Did You Know…

Mortgage Delinquency and Foreclosure Rates Reach Lowest Levels Since 2007

Collection Agency Act Amended in Illinois

CFPB Takes Action against Springstone Financial, LLC; Collectors Should Take Note

Second Circuit Holds Servicing Transfer Notice Not Exempt from FDCPA

Sale of Assets Results in Disposable Income

Grad-School Loan Binge Fans Debt Worries

Loan relief eyed for students hurt by Corinthian Colleges bankruptcy

Can Litigation Funding Thrive on Bankruptcy?

STUDENT LOANS: Attorney general warns against paying fees to consolidate debt

Events That Educate

Don’t Miss NACBA’s Upcoming Webinar!

There is still time to Register for the Effective (And Ethical) Online Marketing For Law Firms Webinar, Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 2:00 PM EST/11:00 AM PST. You’ll learn how to establish a comprehensive online presence that will increase your exposure, enhance your credibility and foster referrals while following the Rules of Professional Conduct. It’s Free for NACBA Members!

Join Fred J. Cohen, JD the founder and CEO of Amicus Creative Media as he provides examples of effective websites, a list of concrete strategies to follow as well as common pitfalls to avoid.

Mark Your Calendars for NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention!

NACBA is gearing up for the next Annual Convention! Make sure you Save the Date for the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, May 19-22, 2016!

More Perks!

Read timely topics that are relevant to your practice in the new Summer Edition of the National Consumer Bankruptcy Journal.
Sign up for one of the Playback NACBA packages from the 2015 NACBA Convention in Chicago to have access to session recordings.
Visit NACBA’s Action Center and take action on CA Senate Bill 308
Looking for new opportunities? Visit the Career Center for job opportunities.

What’s Your NACBA Status?

Your NACBA Membership is an investment in you! Renew your membership today!

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