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What is the Difference Between the FDCPA and the FCCPA?

Jimerson Firm

Businesses throughout Florida should be aware of consumer statutes that provide remedies to consumers and impose liability to businesses, even for small technical violations. The FDCPA prohibits debt collectors from making false or misleading representations and from engaging in various abusive and unfair practices.

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Recent Trends and Common Allegations in FCCPA Litigation

Jimerson Firm

The Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) is a pro-consumer statute. Unlike the FDCPA, which only applies to debt collectors, the FCCPA applies to all persons or businesses collecting consumer debts.

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