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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/13

Catch Up with The News..

Latest Fraudulent Debt Collection Scam Reaches Nebraska

CFPB Reports on Student Loan Servicer Failures

Flurry of FCRA Complaints Recently Filed in Nevada Courts

Loan reforms protect students

Statutory Liabilities in Debt-Collection Practices

NACBA’s 2016 FALL WORKSHOP

Come Sail Away! Save the Date for NACBA’s Summit at Sea!

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 soon.

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October Schedule

Student Loans in Bankruptcy Virtual Fall Workshop

October 22-23rd 2015
12:00 PM Eastern to 3:00 PM Eastern
$199.00 NACBA Members
$349.00 Non-Members
Visit the Workshop Agenda for a complete list of speakers.
Register Here

November Schedule

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: John Rao, Esq., NACBA Board of Directors and attorney with the National Consumer Law Center
Description: Full overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015.

More information coming soon…

December Schedule

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices,
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association

More Info Coming Soon…

24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/12

Check Out the Headlines Kicking the Week Off…

State Legislative Panel Reviews Medical Debt, Surprise Billings

Longest-Standing Federal Student Loan Program Expires

POC for Stale Debt May Be FDCPA Violation

Bankruptcy case could make it easier to shed student loans

Financial regulators move to restrict forced arbitration

NACBA’s 2016 FALL WORKSHOP

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

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!The Summit at Sea will offer education on a variety of topics that you will not want to miss. Schedule and speakers will be announced soon.

Don’t Miss These Upcoming NACBA Events

Enter to Win!

Visit NACBA Facebook for chance at winning FREE admission to Student Loans in Bankruptcy Workshop and a NACBA Prize Package! Enter by October 16, 2015.

October Schedule

Student Loans in Bankruptcy Virtual Fall Workshop

October 22-23rd 2015
12:00 PM Eastern to 3:00 PM Eastern
$199.00 NACBA Members
$349.00 Non-Members
Visit the Workshop Agenda for a complete list of speakers.
Register Here

November Schedule

More information coming soon…

December Schedule

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24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION

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.

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Your NACBA Membership is an investment in you! Renew your membership today!

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/9

It’s Friday! Check Out Today’s Headlines…

Lawsuit Accuses County of Jailing People for Delinquent Court Fines

Strict Lending Law Upheld by State’s Supreme Court

Consumer Loan Delinquencies Decline in Second Quarter

Overall Uptick in Consumer Borrowing Continues in August

This Court Case Could Unshackle Americans From Student Debt

Loan Servicers Didn’t Create The Student Loan Debt Crisis, But They Can Help Solve It

Court case could free bankruptcy courts to forgive some student debts

NACBA’s 2016 FALL WORKSHOP

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

Don’t Miss These Upcoming NACBA Events

Enter to Win!

Visit NACBA Facebook for chance at winning FREE admission to Student Loans in Bankruptcy Workshop and a NACBA Prize Package! Enter by October 16, 2015.

October Schedule

Student Loans in Bankruptcy Virtual Fall Workshop

October 22-23rd 2015
12:00 PM Eastern to 3:00 PM Eastern
$199.00 NACBA Members
$349.00 Non-Members
Visit the Workshop Agenda for a complete list of speakers.
Register Here

November Schedule

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: John Rao, Esq., NACBA Board of Directors and attorney with the National Consumer Law Center
Description: Full overview on what Official Bankruptcy Forms will be replaced with substantially revised, reformatted and renumbered versions effective December 1, 2015.

More information coming soon…

December Schedule

Beyond Confidentiality: Bankruptcy Attorneys and Security Best Practices,
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
3:00 PM Eastern /2:00 PM Central / 1:00PM Mountain / 12:00 PM Pacific,
Presented by: Catherine Sanders Reach, Director, Law Practice Management & Technology, Chicago Bar Association

More Info Coming Soon…

24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION

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.

Your NACBA Membership Is An Investment In You

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/8

Making Headlines…

Consumer Credit Hits New Record Amid Slow Growth

CFPB Plan Would All But Ban Arbitration Clauses

Fraudulent Debt Collection Scam Reported in Minnesota

Convenience Fees at Heart of Debt Collection Settlement

CFPB Takes Aim at Corporate Get-Out-of-Jail Cards

Joint Tenancy: What Happens When a Joint Tenant’s Interest Becomes Part of the Bankruptcy Estate?

Democrats push ‘Higher Ed, Lower Debt’ bill at hearing

Student Debt Is Worse Than You Think

NACBA’s 2016 FALL WORKSHOP

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

Don’t Miss These Upcoming NACBA Events

October Schedule

Enter to Win!

Visit NACBA Facebook for chance at winning FREE admission to Student Loans in Bankruptcy Workshop and a NACBA Prize Package! Enter by October 16, 2015.

Student Loans in Bankruptcy Virtual Fall Workshop
October 22-23rd 2015
12:00 PM Eastern to 3:00 PM Eastern
$199.00 NACBA Members
$349.00 Non-Members
Visit the Workshop Agenda for a complete list of speakers.
Register Here

November Schedule

More information coming soon…

December Schedule

More Info Coming Soon…

24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION

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.

Your NACBA Membership Is An Investment In You

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/7

Today’s Headlines…

Collection Agencies Settle North Carolina Investigation

Lower Interest Rates, Higher Filing Costs Influence Bankruptcies

Debt Relief Operation Agrees to $7.9M Judgment

Study Shows Role Debt Collectors Play in Alerting Consumers to Identity Theft

Convenience Fees at Heart of Debt Collection Settlement

Harsh McCoy Rule Rejected in Late Tax Return Cases

Collection Agencies Play Role in ID Theft Alerts: Report

NACBA’s 2016 FALL WORKSHOP

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TODAY’S WEBINAR! REGISTER TODAY!

Family Law and Bankruptcy Webinar
Speaker: Ian M. Falcone with The Falcone Law Firm
Wednesday, October 7th 2015,
3:00 pm EST, 12:00 pm PST
$25 NACBA Members
$75 Non-Members
Register Here

October Schedule

November Schedule

More information coming soon…

24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION

Save the date! Join us in San Francisco, CA on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention.

Your NACBA Membership Is An Investment In You

Are you utilizing all the benefits that NACBA offers? Take a moment to review what your NACBA Membership offers you, visit Membership Benefits for the comprehensive list of perks you get as a member.

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/6

What’s Making News Today?

Debt Relief Operation Agrees to $7.9M Judgment

Experian Breach Is Worse than Bankers May Realize

RGS Financial Receives Mistaken Consumer Complaints About Company with Similar Name

U.S. Consumer Spending Remains Stable During Fall Season

Bankruptcy Filings Through Sept. 30 Decline Compared to Same Period in 2014

Debt Relief Scam Ends With $7.9 Million Judgment to Settle FTC Charges

Student Loan Debt, Homeownership, And Millennials. It’s Complicated.

Two firms, two lawsuits and a twisted tale of consumer debt settlement

11th Circuit Opinion – FDCPA Does Not Apply to Debt Acquirers if Not ‘Debt Collectors

Don’t Miss These Upcoming NACBA Events

Register Today!

Family Law and Bankruptcy Webinar
Speaker: Ian M. Falcone with The Falcone Law Firm
Wednesday, October 7th 2015,
3:00 pm EST, 12:00 pm PST
$25 NACBA Members
$75 Non-Members
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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/5

Monday’s Headlines…

Consumer and Labor Groups Urge Experian to Offer Free Security Freezes to T-Mobile Customers to Help Prevent Id Theft

Ninth Circuit Permits Lien-Voidance in Chapter 20

Judge: Lawyer Can’t Dodge $364,000 Contempt Fine Using Bankruptcy

Creditors Will Struggle in Bankrupt Individuals Cases Starting 1 October 2015 – The New Personal Bankruptcy Law Enters into Force on 1 October 2015

Millions of Federal Student Loans Lining Up to Be Eliminated and Borrowers Repaid

Don’t Miss These Upcoming NACBA Events

Register Today!

Family Law and Bankruptcy Webinar
Speaker: Ian M. Falcone with The Falcone Law Firm
Wednesday, October 7th 2015,
3:00 pm EST, 12:00 pm PST
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$75 Non-Members
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION

Save the date! Join us in San Francisco, CA on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention.

Your NACBA Membership Is An Investment In You

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/2

This Weekend’s Headlines…

Feds Order $44.1M in Relief for Illegal Debt Collection Tactics

CFPB Orders Indirect Auto Finance Company to Pay $48.3M in Relief and Penalties for Illegal Debt Collection Tactics

Defecting Dems Surface in CFPB Battle

House Financial Services Committee Advances Bills Backed by ACA International to Reform the CFPB

The Examiners: Practical Impairment Leads to Chapter 11

Congress shouldn’t force IRS to use private debt collectors

Experian, ABA Breached; 15M Consumers, 6,400 Bankers Affected

Westlake Financial Services Enters into Consent Order with CFPB

NACBA Events Educate

Don’t let the weekend begin without registering for these dynamic events in October!

Family Law and Bankruptcy Webinar
Speaker: Ian M. Falcone with The Falcone Law Firm
Wednesday, October 7th 2015,
3:00 pm EST, 12:00 pm PST
$25 NACBA Members
$75 Non-Members
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Save the date! Join us in San Francisco, CA on May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention.

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 10/1

Today’s Headlines…

Collection Agency Target of Seizure Complaint for Alleged Fraud

Feds Near Creation of Student Loan Servicing Regime

CFPB Reports Widespread Student Loan Servicing Problems

Study: Over-Regulation of Debt Collectors by CFPB Could Harm Consumers and Credit Economy

7th Cir. Confirms FDCPA Is Not Enforcement Mechanism for Matters Governed by Other Federal or State Laws

Congress Grills CFPB Director over New Rules, Bureau Methods

Senator Elizabeth Warren to Join Call to Alter Sales of Distressed Loans

Ayotte introduces legislation to refinance federal student loans

NACBA Events Educate

Don’t miss out on these dynamic events in October!

Family Law and Bankruptcy Webinar
Speaker: Ian M. Falcone with The Falcone Law Firm
Wednesday, October 7th 2015,
3:00 pm EST, 12:00 pm PST
$25 NACBA Members
$75 Non-Members
Register Here

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE 24th ANNUAL NACBA CONVENTION

Save the date! Join us in San Francisco, CA May 19-22, 2016 at the Downtown Marriott Marquis for another dynamic NACBA Convention.

The Perks of Being a NACBA Member

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