Our Notes
Along the left margin, we have attached notes that explain some common misunderstandings. These are not complete. The FDCPA and the RFDCPA are very technical in nature and violations may occur of which laymen are unaware.
If you have questions about the FDCPA or any statute, you should contact a lawyer.
Good Federal Notice
The FDCPA requires that within five days after the initial communication with a consumer in connection with the collection of any debt, a debt collector provide the consumer with certain disclosures.
In the letter on the right, the debt collector has provided proper notice, which is highlighted in red.
Debt Collection Violations
Good "G" Notice
Hyde & Swigart is a California Law Firm Practicing in the area of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ("FDCPA"). Our lawyers are specially trained in the Federal FDCPA, Consumer Defense, and other consumer related matters. Our goal is to protect you against unfair, deceptive and abusive debt collection practices. Creditors, professional debt collectors, and attorneys who violate the law are subject to paying damages, statutory penalties, and the consumer's attorneys fees and costs. If you feel you have been abused, deceived or treated unfairly, you may need a lawyer. We can help.
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