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Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/3

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Today’s News…

College Test Prep Firm Terminates Workers, Faces Fraud Allegations

26 Diverse Organizations File Briefs Supporting ACA’s TCPA Lawsuit Against the FCC

Consumer Credit Card Accounts Increase in Second Quarter

Report: Enrollment in Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program is Lagging

Positive Ruling for Debt Collector in Allegedly Deficient Voice Message Case

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Finds Prior Express Consent, Grants Summary Judgment to PayPal in TCPA Case

Data Shows Borrowers With Less Student Loan Debt More Likely To Default

Highway bill requires IRS to use private debt collectors

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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

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! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive?  Join  NACBA Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/2

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Making Headlines…

Appeals Court Rules Bank Did Not Violate Collection Law

CFPB Director Responds to Reports about Consumer Complaint Database

TransUnion and Ontario Systems Integrate New Collection Scoring Model to Improve Recovery

CFPB Reports Uptick in Navy FCU Complaints

Bankruptcy filings fall 4.8 percent in Buffalo-Rochester

U.S. Consumer Debt Expands in Third Quarter

Are There Limits to Practices the FTC or CFPB Can Find to Be Unfair?

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT

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Fastcase Legal Research 

Each NACBA member receives FREE, as part their 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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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

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! 

Not a member of NACBA? Want to take advantage of all the benefits NACBA Members receive?  Join  NACBA Today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 12/1

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On This First Day of December..

Student Loan Defaults Jump; Accounts Sent to Collection Agencies Double

Collections Program for Illinois City Starts Strong

CFPB Critics See Glimmer of Hope in Auto Lending Bill

Significant Changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Effective December 1

Pennsylvania Bill Would Drastically Limit Telephone Calls to Debtors

Massachusetts Collection Law Firms Are Now ‘Debt Collectors’

Pacer Outages Reported Amid Bankruptcy Paperwork Changes

Co-debtors’ Obligations May be Treated Differently in Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Proof of Claim Form Gets a Makeover

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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

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!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th Annual NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

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

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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.

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/18

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NJ Lawmakers Review Bill Regulating Collections from ID Theft Victims

Consumer Credit Defaults Jump; Delinquencies and Foreclosures Fall

Why a Commission for CFPB May Be in Agency’s Best Interest

New York Fed: Consumer Spending Remains Strong

Study: Millennials Report Conflicted Feelings on Personal Finances

CFPB Issues 2015 Financial Report

Consumer And Debt Collector Groups Partner To Help Consumers Avoid Scams

Separate Treatment of Student Loan Must Not Unfairly Discriminate

New Bankruptcy Forms Roll Out Effective Dec. 1

85,000 Corinthian Students Can Now Get Their Loans Forgiven On a Fast Track

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One Day Left! Did You Register for Thursday’s Webinar? “Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Webinar”

Don’t Miss the Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend! 

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.

When you register for the “Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Webinar,” you’ll receive a comprehensive overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015. Register Today!

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!

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!

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

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION IS AROUND THE CORNER!

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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!

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

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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.

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/17

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Today’s Headlines…

Illinois County Hires Agency to Pursue $2M in Court Delinquencies

Low Delinquencies, Steady Balance Growth Point to Stable Consumer Credit Market

$95.5M Settlement Reached in For-Profit Education Case

Illinois students of for-profit schools to get $3M in debt relief under settlement

United States: FTC, CFPB, And States Collaborate To Clamp Down On Illegal Debt Collection

CFPB Revises Supervisory Appeals Process

Bad Debt Collectors and Their Prey

Debt Collection Deal Promises to Wipe Out Default Judgments

Ninth Circuit Decision Allows Debtors to Collect Attorney Fees for Enforcing the Automatic Stay in Bankruptcy Cases

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

2 Days are Remaining! Did You Register for Thursday’s Webinar? “Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Webinar”

Don’t Miss the Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend! 

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.

When you register for the “Modernized Bankruptcy Forms Webinar,” you’ll receive a comprehensive overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015. Register Today!

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!

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!

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

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today!

THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION IS AROUND THE CORNER!

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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!

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

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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.

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/11

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In Today’s News…

State National Bank Continues Appeals Court Case Against CFPB

Household Spending Expectations for the Coming Year are Improving

California Hospital Hires Delaware Collection Agency

Indiana AG Opposes Robocalls from Student Loan Collectors

CFPB Pushes Back in PHH Lawsuit Over Marketing Agreements

Beware: Zombie debt collection scams are on the rise

Consumer protection – Debt collection – Collateral attack

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

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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today! 

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

The Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend! 8 Days Left to Register!

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 / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT!

National Purchasing Partners (NPP) 

Through NPP, NACBA Members receive discounted rates on essential products and services from prominent industry companies. NPP is excited to announce the addition of a new company…1–800Flowers.com. You can save 20% on 1-800Flowers.com and 1-800Baskets.com. This is a great discount, especially with the start of the holiday season.

Many great brands, one easy checkout. 
  • 1800Flowers
  • 1800Baskets
  • Fruit Bouquets
  • Cheryl’s
  • Fannie May
  • The Popcorn Factory
  • Wolferman’s
  • Harry & David

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/10

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Have You Read…

Analysis: CFPB Releases its Latest Supervisory Highlights Report

Research on Debt Concentration Shows Balance Increases in Higher-Income Groups

CFPB Must Show Its Cards on Defining ‘Abusive’

Discharge Injunction Claim Subject to Arbitration

In RE ICL Holding Co.: Roadmap For Avoiding The Absolute Priority Rule

Zoeller opposes robocalling by student-loan debt collectors

FTC Joins With Federal, State And Local Authorities On Nationwide Debt Collection Enforcement Initiative

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

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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today! 

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

The Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend! 9 Days Left to Register!

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 / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT!

NACBA Listserv 

One of the most popular features of NACBA membership is the ability of NACBA members to pose bankruptcy questions and get real time responses from their colleagues around the country. NACBA Listserv participants enjoy the unparalleled ability to post both the easy and hard questions to some of the best consumer bankruptcy attorneys in the nation. This listserv, which also functions as a virtual community of people doing the same type of work, is a boon for the new practitioner as well as the most sophisticated consumer bankruptcy attorneys.

NACBA MEMBERSHIP

There are so many exciting educational events and networking opportunities on the horizon that you won’t want to miss out one so make  sure  your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today! 

Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of  all the benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/6

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Friday’s News…

Auto Loans Hit Highest Level Ever

Small Business Borrowing is on the Rise

Will Federal Push to “Ban the Box” Affect Debt Collection Hiring Practices?

FTC, State, and Federal Authorities Announce New Actions Targeting Illegal Practices Including Phony Debt Collection

How Long Is Too Long To Reopen A Bankruptcy Case?

Wells Fargo to pay $81 million for mortgage violations

Wisconsin Man Challenges Discharging Student Loans in Bankruptcy

TCF Faces Possible CFPB Action Tied to Overdraft Opt-Ins

FTC Shuts Down 12 ‘Rogue’ Debt Collectors

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS!

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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today! 

Register Today for NACBA’s Upcoming Webinars!

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

The Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend!

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 / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

NACBA Membership

Start November by ensuring that your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today!   Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of the educational opportunities, events, networking and benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/5

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Making Headlines…

“Operation Collection Protection” Targets Abusive Debt Collectors

CFPB Changes Policy on Appeals Process

FTC Announces Operation Collection Protection with Federal, State Regulators

CFPB’s Ninth Supervisory Report Addresses Student Loan Servicing, Appeals and Debt Collection

Federal Loan Servicers Misled Borrowers, CFPB Says

Senators Urge Leadership to Reauthorize Federal Perkins Student Loan Program

ATTENTION #NACBASF EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS!

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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be an exhibitor or sponsor at the 24th NACBA Convention in San Francisco, CA May 19-22nd 2016 and/or at NACBA”s Fall Workshop, Summit at Sea, October 7-10th 2016! Registration is NOW OPEN! Check out the Prospectus to reserve your booth or become a sponsor today! 

Register Today for NACBA’s Upcoming Webinars!

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

The Webinar Every Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Needs to Attend!

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 / 2 PM Central / 1 PM Mountain / 12 PM Pacific
Presented by: Hon. Eugene R. Wedoff & Tara Twomey, Esq.
Registration is Open!

NACBA Membership

Start November by ensuring that your  NACBA Membership is current, Renew Today!   Not a member of NACBA? Consider Joining and take advantage of the educational opportunities, events, networking and benefits that NACBA offers!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 11/2

nacbapictureKicking Off This Week’s Headlines…

Student Financial Aid Firm Sued for Taking Advantage of Applicants

Plan to Ease State’s Foreclosure Crisis Has Mixed Results

Study: Financial Setbacks are Common and Have Lasting Effects on Households’ Finances

Settlement Offer Found Not To Be FDCPA Violation in Florida

Davis seeks to ease college loan debt

Generous GI Bill Isn’t Keeping Veterans Out of Student Loan Debt

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NOVEMBER WEBINARS

Start Your Week Off By Giving Yourself a Gift! Registering for NACBA’s Upcoming 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!

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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!

NACBA’s 2016 FALL WORKSHOP

Need a Vacation? Need some CLE? Members Can Have it All Aboard NACBA’s Summit at Sea!

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NACBA is pleased and excited to announce the return of our Members-Only Fall Event!  Mark your calendars for October 7-10, 2016 and prepare to set sail on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!TheSummit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you won’t want to miss.  Schedule and speakers will be announced soon.

BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT

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  • Integrated site tools such as click to call technology, e-newsletter management and an online consultation request tool
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