Category: Debt Collectors

Can Private Creditors Access My Tax Return?

by Michael Adams | May 26, 2021 | Debt Collectors

If you are worried about a private creditor garnishing your tax refund, you shouldn’t be too concerned. In accordance with federal law, only state and federal government agencies can take your refund as payment for an outstanding debt. However, once you deposit a...

Simple Ways to Identify Illegal Debt Collection Practices

by Michael Adams | Apr 7, 2021 | Debt Collectors

No one wants to be contacted by a debt collection agency. If you’re in this situation, it’s important to know your rights and the actions and claims these entities are and are not capable of. Unfortunately, debt collection agencies have a long history of engaging in...

What Are the Most Common Violations of Fair Debt Collection Laws?

by Joe Panvini | Nov 11, 2020 | Debt Collectors

If you fall behind on your bills or have accumulated debt, you may be contacted by a debt collection agency. Debt collection agencies collect delinquent debts, which are bills that are not paid for by their due dates. Common debts that third-party agencies chase after...

When Does a Debt Collection Effort Become Harassment?

by Jacob Hippensteel | Oct 28, 2020 | Debt Collectors

If you are behind on bills or credit card payments, you might get a call from a debt collector. Unfortunately, debt collection harassment and abuse are fairly common. In response to complaints of unethical communication methods and manipulative tactics used by debt...

Top Practices That Are Illegal for Debt Collectors

by Joe Panvini | Aug 12, 2020 | Debt Collectors

Don’t let a debt collection agency employ illegal tactics when calling you. Click to see how the debt settlement attorneys at McCarthy Law PLC can help!

Can You Actually Correct Inaccuracies on Your Credit Report?

by Kevin Fallon McCarthy | Dec 6, 2016 | Credit Score, Debt Collectors, Debt Relief, Debt Settlement

The answer is a resound yes! As provided under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, both the credit reporting company and the information provider (i.e. the company that owns the debt) are responsible for correcting inaccurate or incomplete information in your report. The...

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