Account Recovery

AUGUST 29, 2024

Getting to Know Christopher Wilkerson of Service Corporation International Appeals Court Affirms Attorney Fee Award for Plaintiffs in FCRA Case Over Defendant’s ‘Burdensome’ Subpoena More Consumers Prefer Digital Payment Options for Bills, But are Wary of Debt Collectors: Report Supreme Court Opts Not Intervene in Latest Student Loan Forgiveness Attempt WORTH NOTING: How swing states came to be so influential in presidential politics … Would love to know the backstory to what’s going

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JMA

AUGUST 29, 2024

Establishing clear and effective terms of trade is crucial for any businesses in Australia, especially those engaging in international trade. Whether dealing with local clients or trading partners in other countries, well-defined terms can prevent payment issues and ensure smooth transactions. In this guide, we’ll explore how to set up terms of trade that not.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 29, 2024

I am thrilled to announce that the Getting to Know series will be sponsored by TEC Services Group in 2024. TEC Services Group is the leading technology and professional services firm in the credit collections industry offering both leading industry solutions along with unrivaled, unbiased, and experienced support. TEC is now extending its services by offering proven, industry-leading technology solutions alongside of our Professional Services to help Clients feel confident in their technology de

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JMA

AUGUST 29, 2024

In the fast-paced world of small business, ensuring steady cash flow is crucial for growth and stability. However, one of the most common challenges business owners face is dealing with late payments from clients. This can severely impact the financial health of the business, with the root cause often lying in misunderstandings or miscommunications about.

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Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

Account Recovery

AUGUST 29, 2024

The Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has affirmed a lower court’s ruling awarding $93,243.50 in attorney fees and costs to the plaintiffs in a Fair Credit Reporting Act suit, arguing the defendant went too far with its discovery requests and for not taking reasonable steps to reduce the burden on the plaintiffs. The background: A married couple learned that the defendant was reporting an automobile loan on their credit report as being discharged in bankruptcy, which was not true.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 29, 2024

Digital payment preferences are rapidly increasing among U.S. consumers, offering both opportunities and challenges for professionals in the credit and collection industry, according to the results of a report released this week by ACI Speedpay. With more than three-quarters of Americans now opting to pay their bills digitally, this shift is particularly pronounced among younger generations, such as Gen Z and Millennials, who favor mobile payment channels through apps and digital wallets like Ap

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BN Lawyers

AUGUST 29, 2024

Of the eight articles selected for republication in the special “’Best of’ Litigation Update 2024” edition of the State Bar of Texas Litigation Section’s publication “The Advocate,” two were co-authored by Barron & Newburger attorneys. Francesca Di Troia’s article (co-authored with Geoff Gannaway and Maram Ghaffar), “Texas Civil Procedure Update,” provides a comprehensive and go-to resource for Texas litigators on the ever-evolving rules governing trial practice.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 29, 2024

The Supreme Court yesterday rejected the Biden administration’s request to temporarily reinstate its new student debt relief plan, dealing another blow to the White House’s efforts to provide widespread loan forgiveness. The Supreme Court upheld an order he obtained from the Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, which blocked the Biden-Harris administration’s attempt to implement its Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.

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BN Lawyers

AUGUST 29, 2024

Barron & Newburger’s Mike Truesdale was recently elected to serve on the Executive Committee of the Oregon State Bar’s Appellate Practice Section. He brings with him 30 years of experience as an appellate lawyer and service as the former chair of the Appellate Section of the State Bar of Texas. Mike will be serving as the Chair of the Pro Bono Committee, having worked for over a decade to expand pro bono access to pro se litigants in appeals not only in Texas but across the country, speaking

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Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant (or getting "ghosted") if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. Credit cards with flexible payment options, especially for young adults with little-to-no credit history, are a particularly important and valuable solution for this generation.

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