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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/17

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Tuesday’s News…

Supreme Court Rules No Collection Violations in Ohio Case

Collection Complaints Drop in April; Consumer Lawsuits Slow

$6.8M in Unpaid Fines for City’s Public Library

U.S. Supreme Court Rules Favorably in Case Impacting Collection Industry, Supported by ACA International

Spokeo v. Robins – Supreme Court Limits Consumer Right of Action in Fair Credit Reporting Act Case

In Sheriff et al. v. Gillie et al. Supreme Court Provides Insight as to Intent and Purpose of the FDCPA

Democrats and Republicans Find Common Ground – Ask Court to Declare the TCPA Unconstitutional

#NACBASF IS THIS WEEK!

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The much anticipated 24th Annual NACBA Convention is  this week! In only 2 days you’ll get to experience dynamic speakers, informative sessions, opportunities to network, the chance to earn CLE and be in a beautiful city! If you haven’t registered the time is now! Register today and be part of #NACBASF!

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 5/12

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Making News Today…

Research Reveals Cities with Highest Student Loan Debt Burden

CFPB Sues Check Casher All American

Court Finds Settlement Offers on Time-barred Debts Without Disclosure of the Fact That the Debt is Time-Barred to be FDCPA Violation

FTC Joins CFPB In Expanding Oversight Of “Deceptive” Practices

Fourth Circuit Case on Modification of Residential Mortgage

An Opportunity for Creditors to Enforce Prospective Waivers of the Automatic Stay

Chapter 13 Debtor Unable to Modify Confirmed Plan to Surrender Collateral

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! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

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! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/9

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Kick Off Your Week With These Headlines…

FCC Releases TCPA Proposed Rule on Government Debt Collection Calls

Survey Finds Some Millennials Lack Credit to Buy a Home

CFPB Moves Forward With Proposed Rule on Arbitration, Lays Groundwork to Eliminate Arbitration Agreements

Another Court Finds a 1099(c) Disclosure May Be False, Deceptive or Misleading

CFPB Moves Ahead to Block Arbitration Clauses, Discounting SBREFA Comments

District Court Rules Pending False Claims Act Case Should Not Be Stayed Due to Bankruptcy Proceedings

CFPB Aims To Overrule Supreme Court And Federal Law On Arbitration

A fair shake for consumers

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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! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

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!

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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!

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/18

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Headlines Kicking Off the New Week…

Lawsuits Surge After Nonprofit Health System Outsources ER Services

Collection Agency Pitches Services in Mississippi

Foreclosure Filings at Lowest Mark in Nearly a Decade

BBB Issues Alert Over Fraudulent Debt Collection Operation

White House Makes a ‘Moral Case’ for Stopping Payday Abuse

Florida Better Business Bureau Issues Alert on Fraudulent Debt Collection Calls

Eleventh Circuit Adds its Voice to Late-Filed Return Issue

Ninth Circuit: Conditional Tender Does Not Moot Putative Class Action

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
Register HERE

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

30 DAYS REMAIN UNTIL NACBASF! HAVE YOU REGISTERED?

There are so many perks when you attend NACBASF! One of those is you will have access to the Exclusive Screening of the Student Loan Documentary, Broke, Busted and Disgusted. This film examines the higher education system and the way it is funded. Created by a group of passionate filmmakers and storytellers with accurate accounts that could change the course of history. Director Adam Carroll will do a post-screening Q&A with attendees.

Join your colleagues and 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!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/14

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Headlines Making News…

NY AG Files Suit Over Lease Agreements, Collection Lawsuits

Appeals Court Hears CFPB Leadership Structure Case

House Financial Services Committee Passes Bill to Subject CFPB to Congressional Appropriations

Debt Collection Statute of Limitations Bill Passes in Maryland General Assembly

Summary Judgment Granted in TCPA Case Against Navient and Affiliate – Awards $360K, Possibly More

House panel passes bills to ramp up CFPB oversight

Obama to forgive the student debt of permanently disabled people

CONNECT WITH YOUR PEERS THROUGH NACBA CONNECT

NACBA membership affords our members the chance to connect with their colleagues through NACBA Connect. Do you have a question or a hot topic that you want to discuss? Then make sure you visit NACBA Connect. In NACBA Connect you can start a community, join a community, and begin a discussion thread to connect with your peers!

 34 DAYS UNTIL NACBA’S ANNUAL CONVENTION IN SAN FRANCISCO

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HAVE YOU REGISTERED FOR THE PRE-CONVENTION SESSIONS?

Convention attendees can purchase the special one-day Pre-Convention Session: Evidence & Procedure for the Bankruptcy Litigator at a reduced rate.  When registering for the Convention, you will add the session to your cart during the normal Convention registration process.  If you have any questions or problems, give us a call at 1.800.499.9040 and we will be happy to help.  Register for the Convention AND one of the Pre-Convention sessions.

If you have already registered for the Convention and did not register for one of the Pre-Convention sessions, no worries! You can still register at the reduced rate by calling us at 1.800.499.9040 or by logging into your account at NACBA.org and clicking on “My Events”then“Add Session” to add this session to your registration.

Learn more about what these sessions offer at NACBASF!

Register for NACBASF Today!

CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL HIGHLIGHT

Stephen Fairley

Learn about, “6 Steps to Improve Your Intake and Lead Conversion Rate,” by Stephen Fairley CEO of the Rainmaker Institute.

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 4/13

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Midweek News…

TCPA Class-Action Lawsuit Dismissed

CFPB Lacks Information on Mortgage Servicers

Bankruptcy Filings Fall in Q1

D.C. Circuit Court Hears Arguments in CFPB Leadership Case

Study: How Educational Attainment Influences Other Financial, Life Decisions

Fed Survey: Consumers’ Spending Growth Expectations Weaken

Pay-to-Stay Debt Dischargeable

NCLC Advocates Applaud Department of Education Implementation of Its New Matching Program for Disabled Student Loan Borrowers, April 12, 2016

TCPA Class Action Case Dismissed – Thanks to Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 2016

THERE ARE ONLY 35 DAYS REMAIN UNTIL NACBA’S ANNUAL CONVENTION

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We are quickly approaching #NACBASF! There are so many reasons to attend this year’s convention! Not only is it in beautiful San Francisco, the sessions and speakers are top notch! You’ll have the opportunity to network with your colleagues, dive into deep discussions at the Fireside Chats and visit the many exhibitors in this years’s exhibit hall. Not to mention you can earn up to 15 CLEs (depending on your state)! This is an event that matters to you and your firm.Have you Registered? Take a moment to Register Today and get ready for an awesome #NACBA experience!

THE SPRING EDITION OF THE NATIONAL CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL IS HOT OFF THE PRESS 

Christine M. Kieta, Attorney at Law

Today’s #CBJ’s highlight is one of the hottest issues facing our nation. Read Christine Kieta’s article “Beyond Bankruptcy: The Uninformed and Inexperienced 21st Century Student Loan Debtor.”

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 4/12

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Headlines in Today’s News…

Lawsuit Targets Fees Collected by College

Mortgage Balances, Originations Jump in 2015

Court Case Against the CFPB Hinges on These Four Issues

CFPB Office of Consumer Response Highlights Complaint Trends in Annual Report

March Bankruptcy Filings Show Year-Over-Year Decline

4th Cir. Confirms Entity Is Not FDCPA ‘Debt Collector’ Merely Because It Purchases Defaulted Debt

THERE ARE ONLY 36 DAYS LEFT UNTIL NACABSF!

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We are quickly approaching #NACBASF! There are so many reasons to attend this year’s convention! Not only is it in beautiful San Francisco, the sessions and speakers are top notch! You’ll have the opportunity to network with your colleagues, dive into deep discussions at the Fireside Chats and visit the many exhibitors in this years’s exhibit hall. Not to mention you can earn up to 15 CLEs (depending on your state)! This is an event that matters to you and your firm.Have you Registered? Take a moment to Register Today and get ready for an awesome #NACBA experience!

UPCOMING 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 60 minute webinar will show you strategies specifically for attorneys looking to build a lifestyle law firm.

  • 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 SPRING EDITION OF THE NATIONAL CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL IS HOT OFF THE PRESS 

Robert C. Meyer

Today’s #CBJ’s highlight is from Robert C. Meyer, “ACB Assignee Banned From Filing a Voluntary Bankruptcy Petition.”

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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