Account Recovery

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

A District Court judge in Illinois has rebuffed arguments from a defendant being sued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that a recent Appeals Court decision invalidating the mechanism through which the Bureau is funded is sufficient grounds to have the lawsuit dismissed, denying the plaintiff’s motion.

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Account Recovery

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has made its decision — it will fight to maintain its current funding mechanism before the Supreme Court — choosing to file a petition for the highest court in the land to hear its appeal rather than file a petition for an en banc review of the ruling before the … The post CFPB Files Petition (..)

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Account Recovery

JUNE 9, 2021

The comment requests that the Federal Communications Commission use the notification mechanisms that it … The post Trade Groups Oppose Call Blocking Petition appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Account Recovery

AUGUST 11, 2021

The tear-off notice allows consumers to indicate the type of payment being made and provides an easy-to-use mechanism for sending in payments on debts. Debt collectors have long provided consumers with tear-off notices when sending collection letters.

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FFGN COLLECT NY

MARCH 3, 2024

A mechanic’s lien on a private improvement is good for one year and one year only in New York. Suppose nothing is done to extend a mechanic’s lien before the expiration of the initial one-year period. You must take action if you want to extend a mechanic’s lien a second year. Need to continue a lien?

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Collections Law

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Contractors and subcontractors often use mechanic’s liens to help them secure payment, but architects often do their work even before the builders break ground. Can you still file a mechanic’s lien when you are not paid for your work? Architects can still file a mechanic’s lien, even if other work has not begun.

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Account Recovery

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

” … The post Judge Grants MTD in Hunstein Copycat Case appeared first on AccountsRecovery.net.

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Account Recovery

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The Supreme Court this morning granted a petition to hear arguments in a case that will determine — maybe once and for all — whether the funding mechanism for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is constitutional or not. A copy of the order granting the petition can be viewed by clicking here.

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Account Recovery

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The Supreme Court is expected to vote later this week whether it will hear arguments in the case that ruled the funding mechanism for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is unconstitutional, while at the same time a published report details personnel changes at the Bureau that make it appear as though it is expecting the … The post Supreme (..)

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FFGN COLLECT NY

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The general contractor sued for breach of contract, non-payment, and to foreclose on their liens against the surety bond posted to bond off the mechanics’ liens previously filed. Ultimately, the settlement was finalized, months after our client and the insurance company came to terms.

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FFGN COLLECT NY

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The general contractor sued for breach of contract, non-payment, and to foreclose on their liens against the surety bond posted to bond off the mechanics’ liens previously filed. Ultimately, the settlement was finalized, months after our client and the insurance company came to terms.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 2, 2022

The Ethereum merge is the moment when the network switches from using a proof-of-work consensus mechanism to proof-of-stake. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Kurt Woock writes for NerdWallet.

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Collections Law

MARCH 10, 2022

As a subcontractor on building projects, you may be familiar with the concept of a mechanic’s lien, but do you know the best way to use one to protect your interests? What does a mechanic’s lien do for you? A mechanic’s lien is a lien on the physical property you are working on.

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Jimerson Firm

APRIL 22, 2024

Evaluating the decision to incorporate an IDM involves a comprehensive analysis of project complexity, size, historical dispute patterns, cost considerations, relationship dynamics, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. Failure to implement the IDM could waive your right to enforce your arbitration provision. See Leder v.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 12, 2022

There are quite a few macroeconomy mechanisms that can affect interest rates. But if the past several months are any indication, it looks like we’ll continue to see a healthy increase in interest rates throughout the rest of 2022. Let’s break down how. Chanelle Bessette writes for NerdWallet. Email: cbessette@nerdwallet.com.

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Jimerson Firm

JANUARY 4, 2022

However, local governments are permitted “to issue journeyman licenses in the plumbing, pipefitting, mechanical, or HVAC trades” and “electrical and alarm system trades.” 489.117(4)(a). Stat. §§ 489.1455(1) , 489.5335(1). The new law preempts the licensing of contractors to the DBPR.

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Nerd Wallet

OCTOBER 19, 2022

A halving event cuts the rate at which coins are created, often boosting their price, and is intended to maintain Bitcoin’s incentive mechanism for miners and control. Once every four years, the reward that miners of Bitcoin (BTC) receive for validating a block of transactions is reduced by half — a procedure known as “halving.”

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 18, 2021

The good news is that Medicare Part B may cover the seat lift mechanism in a lift chair that a doctor prescribes for use in your home. The bad news is that you must pay for the full cost of the upholstered chair. A lift chair, which typically incorporates a motorized seat lift, can be. John Rossheim writes for NerdWallet.

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Nerd Wallet

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Many people don’t trust their mechanics. Costly services are a reality for many car owners, especially for those who have delayed maintenance. According to insurance marketplace SmartFinancial, the cost of car parts has jumped since early 2021. Whitney Vandiver writes for NerdWallet. Email: wvandiver@nerdwallet.com.

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Credit Corp

JULY 30, 2021

Find a Trusted Mechanic. Finding a mechanic can be challenging, which is one reason that buyers may prefer to purchase from a well-respected dealership. Dealerships have mechanics on staff that are responsible for conducting an inspection and doing any preventative maintenance before the purchase. Schedule Any Necessary Repairs.

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Nerd Wallet

AUGUST 24, 2021

Equipment breakdown coverage, also known as boiler and machinery insurance or mechanical breakdown insurance, protects businesses against financial losses and expenses related to sudden, accidental and unexpected equipment breakdowns.

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FFGN COLLECT NY

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Filing a mechanic’s lien may not be enough to get paid. Believing the owner did not pay the general contractor for your work, you filed a mechanic’s lien against the property at 123 First Avenue. Extending the Mechanic’s Lien. Foreclosing on a Mechanic’s Lien. Securing Payment.

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Nerd Wallet

JULY 6, 2022

When the auto mechanic gives you that dreaded grimace, you know to brace for a pricey car repair. Unfortunately, car maintenance isn’t cheap. In 2020, the average cost of vehicle maintenance and repairs per household was $825, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistic’s Consumer Expenditure Survey.

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Troutman Sanders

JANUARY 4, 2022

Businesses must provide a simple, cost-effective, timely, and easy-to-use mechanism for cancelling an automatic renewal. A one-step cancellation link located on your website or an in-person mechanism at a physical location where the consumer regularly utilizes any goods or services is deemed to be sufficient.

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Fico Collections

JUNE 17, 2021

This led me recently to a ‘once in a blue moon’ purchase – England shirts for myself and the family – and I was frankly shocked to see the number of payment mechanisms and BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) schemes offered. This led me to the following question – is the profusion of payment mechanisms a good thing for a customer? The Options.

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Nexa Collect

JUNE 23, 2023

Feedback Mechanisms : Encourage students to provide feedback on their college experience. Transportation Assistance : For students commuting to campus, provide subsidized transportation passes or establish carpooling programs to reduce the burden of commuting. Learning Communities : Create cohorts of students who take courses together.

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Troutman Sanders

MARCH 28, 2022

Privacy Shield (Privacy Shield), one of the primary mechanisms utilized for the cross-border transfer of personal data from the EU to the U.S., [1] Only time will tell whether the language of the Framework will withstand scrutiny and result in a lawful mechanism to replace the EU-U.S. In Schrems II, the CJEU (1) invalidated the EU-U.S.

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Troutman Sanders

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

CFPB , which declared the CFPB funding mechanism unconstitutional. As we discussed here , on October 19, the Fifth Circuit found the CFPB’s funding mechanism unconstitutional on the same basis. In the enforcement action CFPB v. Populus Financial Group, Inc. , On September 23, defendant Populus Financial Group, Inc.

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Nerd Wallet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

It’s intended to cover any costs the dealer incurs to make sure a used car is showroom-ready, from mechanical inspections to detailing. A reconditioning fee is an added dealer charge you might find when buying a used car. Are reconditioning fees legal or negotiable? Reconditioning fees are legal, but that doesn’t mean you should pay.

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Troutman Sanders

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The bill also provides enforcement mechanisms. These include actions initiated by the Attorney General and a private right of action. Statutory damages for non-compliance are set at $2,000 per violation. Further, in the event of a private right of action, plaintiffs may be entitled to treble damages as well as attorney’s fees and costs.

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Troutman Sanders

OCTOBER 21, 2022

As noted in our October 20 blog about the CFSA case, a Fifth Circuit panel found the funding mechanism for the CFPB to be unconstitutional. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau , what may happen next and when, and the ruling’s practical impact on the consumer finance industry.

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Collection Industry News

MAY 23, 2022

Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit signaled their view that the CFPB’s funding mechanism violates the Constitution’s separation of powers because it happens outside of the Congressional appropriations process. But there is no severability clause for the CFPB’s funding mechanism. Earlier this month, five judges on the U.S.

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UK debt collections

MARCH 13, 2024

It’s clear that the UK Debt Collection sector is in a state of flux, making it imperative for debtors and creditors alike to stay informed and vigilant.

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FFGN COLLECT NY

JANUARY 26, 2022

Mechanic Liens and Litigation. If timely, you can file a mechanics lien against the building if your services improved the value of the property, regardless of whether it was the building or managing agent that contracted your services.

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Troutman Sanders

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

CFPB , a case that could decide once and for all whether the funding mechanism for the Bureau is constitutional. As discussed here , on October 19, 2022, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals held that the CFPB’s funding mechanism violates the Appropriations Clause of the U.S. Constitution.

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Jimerson Firm

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Rollover equity is a purchase mechanism where the Seller receives stock or interests in the business post-acquisition as part of the sale. Strategy #1: Rollover Equity One of the best ways for Buyers to mitigate risks when acquiring a business is to utilize rollover equity to fund a portion of the purchase price.

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Troutman Sanders

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Parliament with two new mechanisms to effectuate cross-border transfers of data: (1) the International Data Transfer Agreement (the IDTA ) and (2) the international data transfer addendum to the European Commission’s SCCs (the Addendum ). GDPR) needs an appropriate transfer mechanism, such as executing the IDTA or the Addendum. (A)

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