Medical Debt

Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/21

Headlines Wrapping Up the Week…

Congress Moves to Take Away Consumers’ Right to Day in Court

Breaking News: CFPB Publishes Update to Debt Collection Rulemaking Timeline

DOR May Not Collect Child Support Arrearage Outside Plan

These are the worst states for student debt

Debtor who Filed Chapter 13 Soon After his Ex-Wife Sued him in State Court to Enforce Equitable Distribution Award Did Not File Case in Bad Faith

Controversial CFPB Rule Exposes Financial Services Companies To Greater Class Action Risk

FTC Announces Charges Against Debt Collection Operation for FDCPA and FTC Act Violations

Medical debt relief is coming

Measure calling for Maine to pay down student debt stalls in Legislature

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

It’s a new month and that means when you renew your membership in July you are automatically 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.

Introduce a New Member to NACBA & 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!

Register for NACBA’s August Webinar

Did you enjoy yesterday’s webinar? Well, get ready for another stellar webinar in August! Register Today!

Save the Date for the 2018 NACBA Annual Convention on April 19-22 at the Sheraton in Downtown Denver!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/26

Let’s Kick the Week off With Some New Headlines…

Survey: Consumers’ Savings Levels Improve

IRS Private Tax Collectors Are Accused Of Illegal Tactics

Debt Collector Accused Of Taking Money From People Who Didn’t Owe Anything

CHOICE Act dilutes safeguards

HOUSING GROUPS WANT CHANGE TO CFPB STRUCTURE

Illinois debt is about to be rated ‘junk.’ What that means

Jim Flynn: As student debt rises, fake relief firms prey

CHOICE Act: Reform or Recalibration?

Relatively Young, Healthy Recently-separated Single Parent with Part-Time Job Passed Brunner Test to Discharge Student Loans

Debtor’s Taking of a Car from Employer Without Permission and then Crashing it was Not a Willful and Malicious Injury under §523(a)(6)

Debt for Helicopter Medical Transport was Dischargeable Even Though Debtor Spent Insurance Benefits on Himself

Debtor’s Anticipated Bonus from Employer that had Discretion on Whether to Award it was Not Property of the Bankruptcy Estate

Redgister for July’s Webinar!

Is there Life After HAMP? Now what?
The End of HAMP: Understanding Proprietary Modifications
Date: Thursday, July 20, 2017, 3:00 PM Eastern to 4:00 PM Eastern
Presented by: O. Max Gardner III, Roberto (Bobby) Rivera
Cost: $25 NACBA Member / $75 Non Member
Register HERE

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.

Introduce a New Member to NACBA & Receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card!

PlayBack NACBA

Can you believe it’s been a month since the 2017 Convention? Was there a session you wanted to attend, but couldn’t? We understand! There were so many incredible sessions available and you can only be in one place at one time, but don’t fret! There is a way that you can relieve NACBA25 visit Playback NACBA and access your 3 Month Pass if you were an attendee!

Not A Member of NACBA? Join today and receive membership benefits that will enhance your professional endeavors!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 2/13

nacbapicture

2016 Consumer Financial Services Year In Review And A Look Ahead

The Watchdog Protecting Consumers May Be Too Effective

Employers Beware: Ninth Circuit Finds Inclusion of Liability Waiver in FCRA Background Check Disclosure Form is a Willful Violation

Wisconsin bankruptcy filings lowest in 9 years at over 16.8K

Florida woman’s lawsuit against debt collector outside the norm

Haunted by Student Debt Past Age 50

CFPB: Mortgage Payment Issues a Top Complaint

Foreclosure Litigation Strategy Takes Aim at Seniors, Attorneys Say

A new age of debt

Upcoming NACBA Events

nacba25

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 for the Early Bird Rate that ends March 3rd, 2017 for savings!

Save the Date! New NACBA Webinar in March

What to do: Post HAMP for Mortgage Borrower Clients
Date: Thursday, March 16, 2017, 3:00 PM Eastern to 4:00 PM Eastern.
Presented by: Marc Dann Esq., and Bobby Rivera Esq.
Registration opens soon

Receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card!

Renew Your NACBA Membership

We want you to have access and the member rate to all of NACBA’s exciting upcoming events in 2017, especially our 25 year celebration at the Annual Convention. Take a moment today to Renew your membership or if your not a member of NACBA there is no better time to Join!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 1/30

nacbapicture

Debt Collection Complaints Increase Slightly to End 2016

Oregon Court Rules in Favor of Agency Over Collection Letter

Collector Contact Caps and the Application of “Regulatory Humility”

Federal Banking Agencies Fine ServiceLink Holdings $65 Million

Monday Morning Cup of Coffee: Two senators join battle between the CFPB and PHH

Pepper Hamilton Denies Debt Collector Status in FDCPA Suit

Overhauling Obamacare could lead to spike in medical debt collections

Pence Vows End to Dodd-Frank

Upcoming NACBA Events

nacba25

Register today for the Early Bird Rate that ends March 3rd, 2017 for savings!

Save the Date! New NACBA Webinar in March

Receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card!

Renew Your NACBA Membership

Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/20

nacbapicture

Mid-Week Headlines…

FTC Fails to Rein in Unrepaired Recalled Used Cars

National Consumer Law Center Advocates Applaud New Rules Designed to Better Protect Online Students from Predatory Schools

Improper Service Precludes Default Judgment

CFPB Launches Data Tool Tracking Consumer Credit Markets

Report: Consumers’ Debt Increases as Cost of Living Outpaces Income Growth

Illinois Federal Judge Rules Collection Agency is Liable for Law Firm’s FDCPA Violation

Is RIP Really a Way Out for Some with Medical Debt?

CFPB Acts Against Deceptive Pawn Companies

New from the CFPB: Here are the latest credit trends in mortgages

Is it Déjà Vu All Over Again with Delinquencies?

Upcoming NACBA Events

nacba25

Register today for the Early Bird Rate that ends March 3rd, 2017 for savings! You can also receive $100.00 discount on registration when you support the #NCBRC. Offer Ends 12/31.

Renew Your NACBA Membership