Consumer Protection

What to do if you're sued by a credit card company
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What to do when Sued by a Credit Card Company

Maybe you knew it was coming, or maybe you didn’t. It may have followed in line after months of collection calls, or it might be a surprise. It might not even be a debt that belongs to you. Regardless, you’ve been sued by a credit card company. Now what to do? 1. Treat it seriously. Do…

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fantasy football
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False Advertising Allegations Hit Fantasy Football Sites

If you follow fantasy football, you may have heard that sites Fanduel.com and Draftkings.com have found themselves in legal trouble over false advertising claims levied against them. Sites like these have been around for a while, and, as advertising for them has grown, so has the scrutiny. How the Sites Work The sites are based…

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credit repair organizations
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Credit Repair Organizations are regulated by federal law

Have you ever received an offer from someone who says they can repair your credit?  Whether it is an individual or a company, that person is governed under federal law once they attempt to engage in such services. The federal Credit Repair Organizations Act, 15 U.S.C. §§ 1679-1679j, mandates: They cannot accept payment in advance Credit-repair…

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