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Attorney Facing FDCPA Class Action for Allegedly Attempting to Collect on Judgments for Bankrupt Creditor

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The lawsuit, filed in the Southern District of New York, targets the defendant, a debt collection attorney accused of continuing to collect on judgments against former students of the Technical Career Institute (TCI) despite TCI having filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The background: Technical Career Institutes, Inc.

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Appeals Court Partially Reverses Dismissal of FDCPA Case Over Consumer Status and Debt Definition

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The plaintiff, who had previously filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, had received a discharge order. The letter included language that, even though the plaintiff was no longer personally liable due to bankruptcy, the letter was part of an effort to enforce the mortgage lien against the property. Read the ruling.

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Types of Property Subject to Seizure in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Sawin & Shea

Filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides numerous Indiana residents with debt relief. Fortunately, the vast majority of Chapter 7 filers are able to retain all of their property while also discharging their debts. Indiana Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Exemptions.

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Judge Grants MTD in FDCPA Case Over Attempt To Collect on Discharged Debt

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A District Court judge in California has granted a defendant’s motion to dismiss after it was accused of violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act by attempting to collect on a debt that had been discharged in bankruptcy.

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What you should know about Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Tennessee

Roths Child Law

A decision to file for bankruptcy is one that’s usually not made without considerable thought. Many consumers file for Chapter 7, which is known as the liquidation bankruptcy, or Chapter 13, which is known as the wage-earner’s bankruptcy.

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Who Can Declare Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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If you’re struggling with overwhelming debts, Chapter 7 bankruptcy could be your best option. Chapter 7 is the most common form of bankruptcy for individuals and families, and it allows you to discharge many of your unsecured debts within only a few months. What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

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What are the disqualifiers to filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Roths Child Law

Many consumers who find themselves unable to pay their bills look to different debt relief options to gain a fresh financial start, including bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy can provide you with that clean financial slate that you're looking for where you can wipe away most of your debts. Not passing the means test.