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August

22
2024
Industry News

SCARY WIN: Anton Ewing Nets Over $78k On a TCPA Default Judgment Over Just 13 Calls with a New CIPA/TCPA Theory That’s Pretty Terrifying

“Imagine that” That’s all his email sent as he forwarded an ecf notification of the default judgment. Anton Ewing is obviously quite pleased with his handiwork in his latest TCPA/CIPA victory over a defendant who did not show up to defend herself.

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August

21
2024
Compliance

CFPB’s Proposed Rule on Medical Debt: Concerns from Congress and Financial Experts

Recently, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) proposed a new rule to limit the inclusion of medical debt in consumer credit reports. This move has sparked serious concerns among financial experts and members of Congress, particularly the House Financial Services Committee, which expressed their opposition in a formal letter. They argue that the rule could disrupt the credit system, making it harder for consumers, especially low-income borrowers, to access affordable credit.

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August

21
2024
Industry News

Federal Judge Sanctions Pittsburgh Law Firm for Writing ‘Imaginary’ Letters on Behalf of Clients in Debt Disputes

A Pennsylvania federal judge has imposed sanctions and lambasted a law firm and its attorneys for having employees write falsified letters on behalf of clients involved in debt collection disputes.

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August

21
2024
Trends

New Experian Report Reveals Generative AI, Deepfakes and Cybercrime Are the Top Fraud Concerns for Businesses

Experian® today released its 2024 U.S. Identity and Fraud Report revealing that generative AI (Gen AI), deepfakes and cybercrime are critical threats putting intensifying pressures on businesses. The 9th annual Experian Identity and Fraud Report provides valuable insights into emerging fraud trends such as these, as well as shifting consumer expectations.

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August

21
2024
Trends

The Risks of Banking

By speaking with thought leaders and experts in finance, the FDIC Podcast aspires to untangle the myths and mystery of the banking world, and to shed light on how every family can become part of the financial fabric of this country.

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