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Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/17

News Leading Into the Weekend…

FTC Bans Debt Collection Defendants

FTC Stops California-Based Mortgage Relief Scam

FDCPA, FCRA, TCPA Lawsuit Filings Decline Significantly Since April

ConServe Submits Thoughtful Response to FCC Request for Comments on TCPA Exception for Government Debts

New Study Says CFPB is Going Easy on Financial Institutions

FCC Recommends Limitations to Debt Collection Rule

Bernard Madoff Investors to Receive Another Payout

UPCOMING EVENTS

FREE WEBINAR FOR MEMBERS!

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!

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!

REGISTER FOR NACBA’S FALL WORKSHOP

Early Bird Rate Ends July 29th!

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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!

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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!

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 6/2

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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!

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NACBA BENEFIT

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!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/5

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Headlines Making News…

Debtor Benefits from 108(b)’s Extension of Time to Redeem

$5.2M Settlement in Phone Bill Cramming Contempt Case

Survey: Consumers Increase Personal Savings, But Credit Card Balances Remain

CFPB Publishes Proposed Arbitration Rule; Coins a New Phrase

Harvard Study Finds New Regulations Are Affecting Consumer Access to Credit

N.C. Fed. Court Rejects Defendant’s TCPA Arguments as to ‘Revocation of Consent,’ ‘ATDS’

Bankruptcy Filings Reverse Upward Course

Bankruptcy Forms Invite New Questions Nationwide

CFPB Proposes Amendments to Mortgage Servicing Rules Under RESPA and TILA

MARK YOUR SCHEDULE FOR THESE UPCOMING NACBA EVENTS

May 19th-22nd, 2016
NACBA’s 24th Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA

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

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NACBA CARES ABOUT YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

When you are a NACBA Member you have access to our Career Center! You can apply for a job or you can post a job. Visit our Career Center Today!

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 4/28

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Have You Read…

Latest CFPB Monthly Complaint Report Highlights Mortgages

Consumer Spending Shows Moderate Increase in February

CFPB Complaints Continue to Decline from 2015

Court Finds Amazon Liable for Unauthorized Billing

White House, ED, and CFPB Announce Major Student Loan Initiative; Don’t Address Post-Default Issues

Portfolio Recovery Associates to Pay $18 Million to Settle TCPA Class Action

Bleak House Comes to the Bankruptcy Court

REGISTER FOR TODAY’S FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

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 webinar will address:

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.

FASTCASE TRAINING AT #NACBASF

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Want to learn how to make the most out of one of your benefits as a NACBA Member? Attend the Fastcase Training at #NACBASF on Saturday, May 21st from 7:30 AM-8:15 AM.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

NACBA wants you to take advantage of the many exciting educational events like the Fall Workshop or our Webinars that are on the horizon, but for you to do this your membership has to be current. Don’t miss out on these member only benefits Renew Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/27

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Midweek Headlines…

Court Grants Summary Judgment Against Collection Agency

U.S. Rep. Andy Barr Urges CFPB Reform at ACA’s Washington Insights Conference

Former CFPB Senior Advisor: Debt Collection Industry Must Press CFPB to Put Complaint Data in Context

Analysis: Significant Data Holes in New CFPB Complaint Report

$2.5 Million CFPB Action Ratchets Pressure on Debt Collection Suits

Debt collector files 1,067 lawsuits against SSM Health patients

REGISTER FOR TOMORROW’S FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

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 COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBASF ONLY 21 DAYS REMAIN!

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Another Reason to Attend #NACBASF: Free Professional Headshots

Isn’t time you update that ten-year old photo on your website, business card, Linkedin or bio? NACBA is providing attendees with a FREE professional headshot. Give your personal brand a boost with a professional headshot. After your photos are taken, you’ll be able to review and choose the final digital images emailed directly to you.

NACBA’s Summit At Sea Fall Workshop- Members Only Event

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Pack Your Bags for October 7th-10th, 2016

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!

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/26

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Making Headlines…

Collection Law Firm, Debt Buyer Charged Over Robo-Lawsuits

Education Department’s Loan Repayment Changes Could Ease Confusion

Thaw in Student Loan Market Could Revive Bank Portfolio Sales

Section 707(b) applies to Converted Case

CFPB Announces Consent Order Against Law Firm and Debt Buyer

Pressler and Pressler Offers Response to CFPB Settlement Agreement

Bank of America Agrees to Pay $1Million to Settle TCPA Lawsuit

Florida’s Third DCA Reverses Course on Statute of Limitations for Mortgage Foreclosure

Wall Street Journal lays waste to CFPB in scathing editorial

It Just Got Harder for Debt Collection Agencies to Auto-Sue Borrowers

Healthcare providers take heat over debt collection lawsuits against patients

2 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER FOR OUR FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

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 COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBASF ONLY 22 DAYS REMAIN!

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The Learning Starts Pre-Convention

Not one but TWO pre-convention sessions will be offered at #NACBASF! Need some practical information on litigating a bankruptcy case? Or, are you new to practicing bankruptcy and need to know the basics (perfect for paralegals and support staff) Join us on Thursday, May 19th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for either Evidence & Procedure for the Bankruptcy Litigator or for Bankruptcy 101. Registration for these sessions are at an additional cost.

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

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

Not a member of NACBA? Join NACBA Today!

Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/25

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It’s a New Week with New Headlines…

Credit Education Coalition Will Work to Change Federal Law

CFPB Sets Date for Revised Plan to Rein In Arbitration Agreements

New Study Indicates Medicaid Expansion Helps Consumers With Medical Debt

Congressional Leaders, Federal Regulators Discuss Critical Debt Collection Issues at Washington Insights Conference

CFPB Official Previews Final Mortgage Servicing Rule

Summary Judgment Granted Against Debt Collector In FTC Action

Man harassed by debt collector wins $10M award

3 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER FOR OUR FREE MEMBER BENEFIT WEBINAR

FREE for NACBA Members. Register HERE.

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 COUNTDOWN IS ON FOR NACBASF ONLY 23 DAYS REMAIN!

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EARN CLE BY THE BAY!

The City by the Bay and NACBA’s Convention come together to create the perfect opportunity to learn, experience San Francisco & network with colleagues at the only national CLE program designed for consumer bankruptcy attorneys. Depending on state, you may earn up to 15 credits or more (including an Ethics credit in most states).

REGISTER FOR NACBASF TODAY!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 4/22

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Headlines Leading Into the Weekend…

Judge Rules Against CFPB in College Accreditor Case

Home Sellers Experience Highest Price Gains in More Than Eight Years

CFPB Sues Co-Founders of Lead Aggregator

CFPB Readies a Proposal to Let Consumers Sue Banks

Bank Overdraft Fees Hit Younger Adults Hardest, Pew Says

HAVE YOU READ THE NEWEST EDITION OF NACBA’S CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY JOURNAL ?

The latest edition of the CBJ is full of relevant and timely articles that you won’t want to miss! Kick back and check out these articles that matter to you and your firm!

26 DAYS UNTIL #NACBASF!

Experience the NACBA Convention! Don’t take our word for it, watch bankruptcy attorneys from across the country describe the NACBA Convention

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

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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

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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