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Bankruptcy News Briefs 8/23

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Start Your Day With These Headlines…

ACA Submits Comments Opposing CFPB’s Proposed Rule on Arbitration

Consumer Litigation for FDCPA, FCRA Declines in July, While TCPA Cases Increase

CFPB Flooded With Thousands of Comments Over Arbitration Rule

CFPB: Unnecessary Obstacles for Lower Loan Payments

Proposed Bankruptcy Rule Changes: Word Counts to HELOCs

Will CFPB Move to Limit Arbitration Undermine Alternative Finance?

When banks play unfairly, consumers want chance to be heard in court

Apple and Google join ‘strike force’ to crack down on robocalls

U.S. District Court in Georgia Grants Initial Approval of Wells Fargo $30 Million TCPA Settlement

UPCOMING WEBINARS

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7 Keys to Building a Referral-based Law Firm

DATE: Thursday, September 14, 2016, 3:00 PM EST / 12:00 PM PST
COST: FREE for NACBA Members
PRESENTER: Stephen Fairley, CEO, The Rainmaker Institute
REGISTER: HERE

Avoiding Judicial Estoppel, Standing and Claim Preclusion Problems
with Non-Bankruptcy Causes of Action
DATE: Thursday, September 22, 2016 – 3:00 PM EST / 12:00 PM PST
COST: $25 NACBA Member, $75 Non-Member
PRESENTERS:
Judge Paul W. Bonapfel, Northern District of Georgia
J. Erik Heath, Esq., Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney, San Francisco, CA
John Rao, Esq., National Consumer Law Center, Inc.
REGISTER: HERE

GET READY TO SET SAIL!

Enter to Win!

Deadline August 26th!

Free Registration to NACBA’s 2016 Fall Workshop Members-Only Cruise (Miami, FL – Nassau, Bahamas)

October 6-10, 2016

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Visit the NACBA Facebook page and enter to Win a Free Registration to the Fall Workshop Members Only Cruise! Just LIKE the Post & SHARE on your page for a chance of winning one (1) FREE Registration (total value $594) to NACBA’s 2016 Fall Workshop Members Only Cruise (Miami, FL – Nassau, Bahamas), October 6-10, 2016. This prize package includes registration to the Pre-Cruise Tax Session.

Contest Expires August 26th, 2016 Winner Announced August 29th, 2016 . Non-Transferable. One (1) winner selected. Current Membership in NACBA Required. Good luck!

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NEXT ANNUAL CONVENTION

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention – Silver Anniversary
Thursday, May 4 – Sunday, May 7, 2017
Orlando, Florida

JOIN NACBA TODAY

Not a member of NACBA? Join today and take advantage of the benefits, networking opportunities and resources NACBA has to offer!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/22

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Headlines Leading Into the Weekend…

Connecticut Department of Banking Takes “No Action” Position on Student Loan Servicer Requirement for Licensed Consumer Collection Agencies

Healthcare Spending Expected to Increase as Share of Economy

Ninth Circuit Rules That Law Firm Collector Can’t Rely On Validation Notice From Previous Collector

CFPB Settles With Affiliates of Debt Settlement Company For $107 Million

Bankruptcy Courts Lack Subject Matter Jurisdiction Over Medicare Issues, Eleventh Circuit Rules

FDCPA Victory in Class Action Letter Case: What It Means for the Industry

Uncertainty in Securitization of Consumer Debt Continues After Supreme Court Denies Certiorari in Madden v. Midland Funding

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

NACBA MEMBER ONLY FALL WORKSHOP- OCTOBER 7th-10th

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Join us to set sail for NACBA’s Summit at Sea (#NACBASEA) setting sail from October 7th-10th with a a Pre-Cruise event on October 6th. Early Bird Rate Ends, September 2nd! Check out theSchedule and Register Today!

ANNUAL CONVENTION

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention – Silver Anniversary
Thursday, May 4 – Sunday, May 7, 2017
Orlando, Florida

JOIN NACBA TODAY

Not a member of NACBA? Join today and take advantage of the benefits, networking opportunities and resources NACBA has to offer!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/21

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Headlines…

Consumers Overall Credit Access Improves, but Perception of Credit Access Falters

Consumer alleges threats in debt collection attempt

 Consumer Spending Returns to Steady Pace in May

11th Cir. Holds FCRA ‘Reasonable Investigation’ May Require Assignee to Examine Account-Level Documents

CFPB Files Amicus Brief in Ninth Circuit in Remanded Article III Standing Case

State Court Application of Automatic Stay Is Res Judicata

NCLC Report: Why High-Rate Installment Lenders Want Borrowers Who Will Default

Improper Use of Contract Attorneys, Failure to Disclose Terms – This Case Has It All.

The CFPB Turns 5 Today. Here’s What It’s Done (and What It Hasn’t)

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

NACBA MEMBER ONLY FALL WORKSHOP- OCTOBER 7th-10th

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Join us to set sail for NACBA’s Summit at Sea (#NACBASEA) setting sail from October 7th-10th with a a Pre-Cruise event on October 6th. Early Bird Rate Ends, September 2nd! Check out theSchedule and Register Today!

ANNUAL CONVENTION

2017 NACBA’s 25th Annual Convention – Silver Anniversary
Thursday, May 4 – Sunday, May 7, 2017
Orlando, Florida

CAN POTENTIAL CLIENTS LOCATE YOU?

NACBA is your advocate! We want potential clients to have easy access to your services. One of the most simple and effective ways of giving your firm the visibility it deserves is making sure your profile is updated in the Attorney Finder. Take a moment today to ensure that your profile is up to date! You can also enhance your profile by claiming your listing for only $39 a month through Google. 

Check out This Enhanced Listing Example!  See It Here
Be sure to click on the “Look Inside” and “Watch Video”  links on their listing

JOIN NACBA TODAY

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/11

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Headlines Kicking Off The Week…

Debt Buyer PRA Group Acquires Payment Portal eGov Systems

MD Penn. Holds Notice Explaining Tax Consequences of Debt Cancellation Could Be Misleading

Bankruptcy Courts Closing In – Will An Agreement Requiring Unanimous Consent To File For Bankruptcy Be Effective?

CFPB’s Prepaid Card Rule Seen as Potential Aid to Growing Industry

 District of Columbia Settles Unlawful Collection Claims Against Debt Collector

Parents Are on the Hook for Nearly Every New Private Student Loan

U.S. House of Representatives Passes Appropriations Bill with CFPB Reforms

CFPB’s Ninth Semi-Annual Report Includes Debt Collection Complaints; Enforcement Update

GET READY TO SET SAIL WITH NACBA

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event! Take a moment to look at the line up of Speakers that will be presenting the sessions on #NACBA’s Summit at Sea. 

Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th! Mark your calendars, save the dates and Register Today! 

LOOK BACK AT NACBASF

Check out the moments that made #NACBASF a success by visiting the NACBASF Album on our Facebook page!

NACBA CAREER CENTER

Career Resources

Are you looking for a new job? Do you need some extra help in the office and need to post a job? Visit NACBA’s Career Center where you can do both! You can also create a job alert, so when something that matches your requirement is available you’ll know first!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/15

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Midweek News…

FTC, Florida AG Take Action Against Robocall Operation

DOE Seeks To Stop Arbitration Agreements Between Borrowers, Schools

Legislation Calls for Updates to CFPB Consumer Complaint Database

Consumers’ Financial Expectations Decline Slightly

SSA May Not Recoup Overpayment from Future Benefits

To Assume or Reject: Unexpired Real Property Leases in Bankruptcy

Press Release: Rep. Love Bill Protects Consumers from Debt Collection Abuses

Scranton resident alleges unlawful debt collection

UPCOMING EVENTS

FREE WEBINAR FOR MEMBERS!

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Leveraging the Power of Social Media:
Using Facebook and Content Marketing to Get More Leads
DATE: Tuesday, July 7, 2016
COST: Free to NACBA Members
PRESENTER: Stephen Fairley, The Rainmaker Institute
REGISTER HERE

REGISTER FOR NACBA’S FALL WORKSHOP

Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! 

PAST NACBA EVENT

HAVE ACCESS TO #NACBASF ALL OVER AGAIN!

Upgrade to the WORKS

Did you miss NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco? Or do you just want to relive the experience or catch a session you missed? No worries, be sure to visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of convention sessions. From Advanced Tax to Student Loans to Chapter 7 Asset Cases to Debt Collection Violations to Chapter 13 Post Petition Issues (just to name a few), we have you covered. Bring ‪#‎NACBASF‬ to comfort of your work or home office.

NACBA MEMBER BENEFIT

NACBA has partnered with Google Maps to create the NACBA Member Map. Live on NACBA.org, potential clients using any connected device (desktop, laptop, and mobile) will be shown NACBA member firms near them right now. Using built-in GPS positioning technology, potential clients will be presented with NACBA member firms in their city and region. They will be able to tap the firm’s map markers to get contact information and driving directions to a NACBA Member office. As part of NACBA’s enhanced Membership Benefits, all NACBA members in good standing have basic contact info already listed on this state of the art mapping interface!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/14

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Tuesday’s Headlines…

Lawsuit Filed in Alleged $15M Mortgage Scam

Medicaid Growth Reduces Debt Sent to Collections: Research

State’s Payday Loan Rollover Ban Safe from CFPB Rules: Officials

TransUnion Ranks Among Tops in Identity Protection

FCC Consumer Advisory Committee Reviews TCPA Proposed Rule

ACA Submits Comments on CFPB’s Student Loan Borrower Communications RFI

House Committee Approves Bill to Restructure CFPB

Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Debt Buyer in FDCPA Entrapment Case

New Credit Bureau Reporting Requirements for Debt Collection Agencies and Debt Buyers Become Effective This Week

Will Inherited IRAs Be Used As A Tool for Protecting An Inheritance from Creditors?

Congress to consider changes to controversial CFPB complaint database

How the war on debt collectors has begun to mirror the war on drugs

Student loan debt is hurting the housing market, survey finds

UPCOMING EVENTS

FREE WEBINAR FOR MEMBERS!

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Leveraging the Power of Social Media:
Using Facebook and Content Marketing to Get More Leads
DATE: Tuesday, July 7, 2016
COST: Free to NACBA Members
PRESENTER: Stephen Fairley, The Rainmaker Institute
REGISTER HERE

Facebook and content marketing are two of the most cost effective ways to generate high quality leads to your law firm. Many law firms have tried social media and failed because they didn’t have a proven blueprint that shows them exactly how to do it…until now! In this information-packed session you will discover:

  • The 3 biggest mistakes lawyers make with social media and how to avoid them
  • 7 key strategies to tap into the power of Facebook
  • How to get qualified leads on Facebook for 90% less than with Google PPC
  • How to use content marketing to position yourself as an industry thought leader
  • Insider secrets to getting more leads from your blog
  • The Rainmaker Social Media Marketing Blueprint®

HAVE YOU REGISTERED FOR NACBA’S FALL WORKSHOP?

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Did You Know You Can Attend a Pre-Cruise Session?

In addition to the Summit at Sea, NACBA will be offering a pre-cruise session at the Shelborne Wyndham Grand Hotel, in South Beach Miami. on Thursday, October 6th, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Kent Anderson and Larry Heinkel will talk Taxes for Non Bankruptcy & Bankruptcy Attorneys 101:What You Need to Know. Plan to join us for this special session and earn some extra CLE before the cruise departs. Afterward, relax while you attend our Launch Party!  To register for the sessions on land and sea, CLICK HERE!

Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/9

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Read the Headlines that Matter to You Here…

Consumer Credit Rises Less Than Expected

Better Data Is Key to Bank Alternatives to Payday

State’s Budget Crisis Leads to Growing Debt, Payment Penalties

CardHub Predicts Surge in Outstanding Credit Card Debt by End of 2016

Total Consumer Borrowing Pace Slows Compared to Records in March

National Association of Realtors pushes CFPB for TRID changes

CFPB Needs a Rule to Regulate Debt Collection

BNA INSIGHTS: The CFPB and Data Security Enforcement

Debt collection agencies’ biggest problem: Medicaid expansion

Consumers to End 2016 With $1 Trillion in Credit Card Debt

Consumers in These States Carry the Most Credit Card Debt

SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 6th-10th! REGISTER BY JULY 29th FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

YOU CAN HAVE ACCESS TO #NACBASF ALL OVER AGAIN!

Upgrade to the WORKS

Did you miss NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco? Or do you just want to relive the experience or catch a session you missed? No worries, be sure to visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of convention sessions. From Advanced Tax to Student Loans to Chapter 7 Asset Cases to Debt Collection Violations to Chapter 13 Post Petition Issues (just to name a few), we have you covered. Bring ‪#‎NACBASF‬ to comfort of your work or home office.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/8

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Midweek Headlines…

FTC Issues Annual Enforcement Report to CFPB

U.S. Rep. Jeb Hensarling Announces GOP Proposal to Replace Dodd-Frank Act

Survey: Consumers Rank Health Coverage High Overall, but Cost Concerns Remain

Reminder: New Data Furnisher Reporting Requirements Effective Soon

ABA and CBA Argue FCC Proposed Rule Conflicts with Congressional Intent

CFPB Files Lawsuit Against Payment Processor and Executives

Bankruptcy Petition Costs Litigant Right to Appeal State Court

5 Bankruptcy Myths Dispelled

CFPB Proposes Underwriting And Payment Processing Requirements For Payday, Title, And High-Rate Installment Loans

SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 6th-10th! REGISTER BY JULY 29th FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

NACBA MEMBER BENEFIT

Member Map – NACBA has partnered with Google Maps to create the NACBA Member Map. Live on NACBA.org, potential clients using any connected device (desktop, laptop, and mobile) will be shown NACBA member firms near them right now. Using built-in GPS positioning technology, potential clients will be presented with NACBA member firms in their city and region. They will be able to tap the firm’s map markers to get contact information and driving directions to a NACBA Member office. As part of NACBA’s enhanced Membership Benefits, all NACBA members in good standing have basic contact info already listed on this state of the art mapping interface!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

 

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/7

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What’s New?

DBA International Responds to Debt-Buying Exposé

Bogus Collection Calls Target New England Consumers

U.S. Card Issuers Lose $10.9B Annually to Fraud: LexisNexis

Notice of Abandonment Not Required under 554(c)

ACA Submits Comments on TCPA Proposed Rule for Federal Government Debt Collection Calls

Economists Predict Overall Financial Rebound This Year

ACA International White Paper Shows How Outdated TCPA Only Serves to Enrich Plaintiff Attorneys

FDCPA Case Law Review for May 2016

A Win for Creditors: The United States Supreme Court Expands the Meaning of Actual Fraud for Bankruptcy Discharge

SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 6th-10th! REGISTER BY JULY 29th FOR THE EARLY BIRD RATE!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars, save the dates, and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

NACBA MEMBER BENEFIT

Discovery Health Exchange: Offering a marketplace for NACBA members to shop for health insurance through a selection of insurance carriers and also offering other insurance options, such as dental, vision, life, disability, critical illness etc. For more information, please contact Vice President Irene M. Walton at Irene_Walton@ajg.com or call (215) 351-4765. Please note, coverage is for individuals, not group. Also, the following states are not yet available: VT, WV, WY, SD, RI, MT, MA, DC

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/2

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Today’s News…

Credit Access Gives Unemployed Time to Find Better Jobs

Lawmakers Seek to Fix Credit Reporting Flaws

High-Cost Credit Better than No Credit? Not Necessarily

Fannie Mae Sells More Delinquent Loans

Misapplication of Plan Payments Violates Discharge Injunction

CFPB Proposes Strong Rules to Protect Payday Borrowers Yet Worrisome Loopholes Need Tightening

The United States Supreme Court Expands Discharge Exception to Include Fraudulent Transfers

Secured Creditors Must Be Diligent to Protect Post-Petition Interest and Costs

Student Loan Debt Not Slowing Home Buying After All

EXPERIENCE #NACBASF ALL OVER AGAIN!

Upgrade to the WORKS

Did you miss NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention in San Francisco? Or do you just want to relive the experience or catch a session you missed? No worries, be sure to visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of convention sessions. From Advanced Tax to Student Loans to Chapter 7 Asset Cases to Debt Collection Violations to Chapter 13 Post Petition Issues (just to name a few), we have you covered. Bring ‪#‎NACBASF‬ to comfort of your work or home office.

NACBA BENEFIT

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NACBA’s Webinars are informative, relevant and available to you as a NACBA Member! Have you missed any of our webinars? No worries! You can still access them through our NACAB Store. Here are some of the webinars you can still access.

  • Lesson from Harris v. Viegelagn  (More Info)
  • Regulation X & Z Enforcement: New Tools for Consumer Attorneys (More Info)
  • New Proof of Claim & Mortgage Attachment: Other Form Changes (More Info)
  • Getting Rid of Encumbered Property in Consumer Cases (More Info)
  • “Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Part I Webinar (More Info)
  • “Modernized” Bankruptcy Forms Part II: Live Q&A (More Info)
  • Student Loans in Bankruptcy Workshop (More Info)
  • 2015 Supreme Court Decisions & What They Mean For Your Practice (More Info)
  • Security Clearances & Bankruptcy (More Info)
  • Taxes In Bankruptcy, 2014 Virtual Fall Workshop (More Info)
  • Family Law & Bankruptcy (More Info)
  • Getting Paid: Collecting Reasonable Attorneys’ Fees in Chap 7 & Chap 13
  • Dealing with Debt Buyer Claims
  • + Many More Webinars for Bankruptcy Attorneys & Staff!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Take advantage of the many exciting educational events on the horizon along with the invaluable resources NACBA provides you won’t want to miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA?  Join NACBA Today