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Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/26

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Headlines Making News…

CFPB Confirms Location of Debt Collection Field Hearing

Oral Arguments Scheduled for ACA Lawsuit Challenging FCC’s 2015 TCPA Ruling

Did the FCC Even Consider the Thousands of Responses to its Rulemaking Proposal?

Against the Grain: Bankruptcy Court Allows FDCPA Claim to Proceed Despite Res Judicata Argument

Packaged Facts: Consumers Divest Alarming Pre-Recession Debt Trends

Good News On Student Loans … For Some

New York AG Fights Against Zombie Foreclosures

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

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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

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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

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/19

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Check Out the Headlines Making News…

The Customer Finally Pays, But the Bankruptcy Trustee Demands the Payment Be Returned; What to do When Faced with a Preference Action

FTC Action: Abusive Debt Collectors Banned from Collection Business

Massachusetts Court Rules Any Call is a “Communication”

Spokeo in the Wild: How a Non-Collections Defendant Defeated a Class-Action TCPA Lawsuit

CFPB Announces Field Hearing on Debt Collection

Court Gives Federal Student Loan Debt Collection Contractors Green Light to Go Forward with Government Contract Bid Protest

District Court Judge Delays Decision in State National Bank’s Case Against CFPB

D.C. Decision, Expected In Fall, Could Reverse CFPB’s Actions, Change Structure

Fraud complaints cloud foreclosure relief

“It’s like a nightmare that just won’t go away”: The Corinthian Colleges scam demonstrates the madness of student debt

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

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 7/14

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Headlines Relevant to You…

District Court Judge Delays Decision in State National Bank’s Case Against CFPB

Congress Seeks Clarity on TCPA at Hearing on FCC Oversight

Survey: Refinancing Rates are Low Among Student Loan Borrowers

Massachusetts Court Finds Unanswered Telephone Calls Are Communications

House Financial Services Committee Holds Hearing on Financial CHOICE Act

Modification Based on Increased Ability to Pay

Another New Twist in the ongoing Department of Education Debt Collection Contract Saga – Two Firms Win Appeal of Denied Protest

FDCPA Case Law Review for June 2016

More Commercial Collection Agencies Collecting Younger Debts as Clients’ Ancillary AR Departments

Federal Jury Convicts Owner of Defunct “Collection Firm” for Fraudulent Scheme

Filing Proof of Claim on Time-Barred Debt Not an FDCPA Violation, 8th Circuit Court Rules

U.S. Supreme Court to Weigh in on Structured Dismissals and Settlements Circumventing the Bankruptcy Code’s Priority Scheme

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 the Schedule 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 6/29

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Midweek News…

Student Loan Debt Has Ripple Effect for Borrowers Across Income Levels

Pennsylvania District Court Dismisses TCPA Lawsuit Where Plaintiff Manufactured Claims

Discharge Injunction Does Not Apply to Domestic Support Obligation

3 Takeaways (a Litigator’s Perspective) from CFPB Supervisory Highlights

CFPB Updates Mortgage Servicing Rules

US Supreme Court to weigh Miami predatory lending lawsuit

Supreme Court to Hear Case on ATM Fees

WHO GOT RICH OFF THE STUDENT DEBT CRISIS

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING NACBA 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

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®

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! Take a moment to look at the line up of Speakers that will be presenting the sessions on #NACBA’s Summit at Sea.

Mark your calendars, save the dates and Register Today! 

LOOK BACK AT NACBASF

Check out the moments that made #NACBASF a success! Visit the NACBASF Album on ourFacebook page  and make sure to like us so you can keep up to date on all our offerings!

KEEP YOUR NACBA MEMBERSHIP CURRENT

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Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/27

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Monday’s Headlines…

U.S. Rep. Jeb Hensarling Releases Draft of GOP Financial CHOICE Act

Garnishment as Avoidable Transfer

New Putative FCRA Class Action May Signal a Trend

CFPB Will Appeal Decision Blocking its Investigation into College Accreditation Organization

Supreme Court lets debt collection class-action suit proceed

Debt collectors harass family over fake loans

REGISTER FOR UPCOMING NACBA 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®

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 along with some Pre-event fun and learning!

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 and kick back at the Launch Party afterward!  To register for the sessions on land and sea, CLICK HERE!

Mark your calendars, save the dates, and make it a family affair on NACBA’s maiden voyage at sea!  Check out the Schedule and Register Today! 

LOOK BACK AT NACBASF

Check out the moments that made #NACBASF a success! Visit the NACBASF Album on ourFacebook page  and make sure to like us so you can keep up to date on all our offerings!

Visit Playback NACBA for access to a wide array of the sessions from #NACBASF.

Bankruptcy News Briefs 6/6

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Headlines Kicking Off The Top of The Week…

Jury Finds Operation Made More Than 117 Million Illegal Calls

Auto Leasing Rates Reach Record High

CFPB Issues Proposed Rule to End Payday Lending “Debt Traps”

Supreme Court’s discharge exception ruling gives creditors more options

Debt Buyers Settle Collection Violation Charges

John Oliver Buys $15M In Medical Debt, Then Forgives It

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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.

Bankruptcy News Briefs 5/24

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Tuesday’s News…

CFPB’s Motivation In Banning Class Actions Called Into Question

Debt Servicer Faces Class-Action Lawsuit

CFPB releases Spring 2016 rulemaking agenda

Take Notice of This Change: Supreme Court Adopts Recommended Amendments to Bankruptcy Notice of Payment Change Rule

U.S. Debt Binge Not Producing Growth Because It’s Mostly For Consumer Spending

Balance Due: Credit-Card Debt Nears $1 Trillion as Banks Push Plastic

Despite Increasing Debt, The Economy Continues To Grow Slowly

THE #NACBASF EXPERIENCE DOESN’T HAVE TO END YET!

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.

GET READY TO SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 7th-10th 

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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!Registration is now OPEN! 

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 5/23

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Monday’s Headlines…

Collection Complaints Drop for Second Consecutive Month

CFPB’s Latest Regulatory Agenda Signals Slight Delay in Next Step for Debt Collection Rulemaking

CFPB Sets Field Hearing on Small Dollar Lending

Baltimore Jury Delivers $38 Million Verdict in Debt Collection Case

Broad Coalition of Advocates Urges Support for Comprehensive Consumer Credit Reporting Reform Act of 2016

Supreme Court Expands Fraud Exception to Favor Creditors

THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING #NACBASF 2016!

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Thank you to all of our attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and presenters for a dynamic convention in San Francisco! We can’t wait to see you all again in Orlando, FL for the 25th Annual Convention on May 4th -7th! Mark your calendars!

GET READY TO SET SAIL FOR NACBA’S SUMMIT AT SEA, OCTOBER 7th-10th 

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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! Registration is now OPEN! 

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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