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SUMMARY:When Solar Deals Collapse: Lender Liability\, Bankruptcy\, and the New Front Line of Consumer Solar Litigation
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/when-solar-deals-collapse-lender-liability-bankruptcy-and-the-new-front-line-of-consumer-solar-litigation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260915T140758Z
CREATED:20260915T140758Z
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UID:31908-1791468000-1791471600@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap: Practical Cross-Cultural Skills for Consumer Attorneys
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/bridging-the-gap-practical-cross-cultural-skills-for-consumer-attorneys/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T150000
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CREATED:20260928T144906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T144906Z
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SUMMARY:Panchenko\, Lessons Learned
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/panchenko-lessons-learned/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T150000
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CREATED:20260914T155117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T155117Z
UID:31894-1790863200-1790866800@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:What States Are Doing to Fight Junk Fees
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/what-states-are-doing-to-fight-junk-fees/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T150000
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CREATED:20260902T172001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T172001Z
UID:31712-1790690400-1790694000@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Combatting the Spread of Nonconsensual Images Using the Take It Down Act
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/combatting-the-spread-of-nonconsensual-images-using-the-take-it-down-act/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260903T173351Z
CREATED:20260903T173351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T173351Z
UID:31722-1790085600-1790091000@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Documents from TransUnion
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/understanding-documents-from-transunion/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260826T142259Z
CREATED:20260826T142259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T142259Z
UID:31449-1789567200-1789572600@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:EFTA for Legal Aid: Advocating for Victims of Payment Fraud in a Nonprofit Context
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/efta-for-legal-aid-advocating-for-victims-of-payment-fraud-in-a-nonprofit-context/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T160000
DTSTAMP:20260722T195239Z
CREATED:20260722T195239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T195239Z
UID:30966-1789117200-1789142400@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Maryland Consumer Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural Maryland Consumer Symposium brings together consumer attorneys from the private bar\, legal services attorneys\,  and government leaders to for a day of exciting speakers\, hands-on learning opportunities\, and networking. \nWhen: Friday\, September 11\, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nWhere: University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law\, \n500 West Baltimore Street\, Baltimore Maryland 21201 \nCost and attendance: This event is free to attend and includes meals. Registration is limited to 100 attendees. Because seating is limited and there is no charge to attend\, we ask that you only register if you are confident you can attend — this helps ensure a seat is available for everyone who needs one. \nHosted by Civil Justice\, Inc.\, the National Association of Consumer Advocates\, and the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law. \nInterested in sponsoring this event? We welcome sponsorships to help support this important training. Contact sbowes@civiljusticeinc.org for sponsorship inquiries. \nQuestions? Contact cj@civiljusticeinc.org
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/maryland-consumer-symposium/
LOCATION:UMD Law School\, 500 W Baltimore St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T150000
DTSTAMP:20260804T155736Z
CREATED:20260731T181012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T155736Z
UID:31061-1788962400-1788966000@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Documents from Equifax
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/understanding-documents-from-equifax/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T145619Z
CREATED:20260824T145515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T145619Z
UID:31379-1788444000-1788447600@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:2026 NACA Membership Survey Results
DESCRIPTION:Learn what’s on the top of NACA members’ minds\, how they are doing in their practice\, and most importantly\, what NACA is doing to keep up with your needs as a consumer attorney. Join this session to hear the results of the recently completed bi-annual NACA membership survey. \n 
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/2026-naca-membership-survey-results/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T162129Z
CREATED:20260825T162129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T162129Z
UID:31421-1788271200-1788274800@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Nuts and Bolts of Debt Settlement
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URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/nuts-and-bolts-of-debt-settlement/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T112716Z
CREATED:20260730T112716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T112716Z
UID:31043-1787061600-1787065200@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Litigating EFTA Claims in Arbitration: Navigating JAMS and AAA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/litigating-efta-claims-in-arbitration-navigating-jams-and-aaa/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T175220Z
CREATED:20260730T175220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T175220Z
UID:31049-1786716000-1786719600@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Tax Issue Update: What You Need to Know Post-Eiler decision
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/tax-issue-update-what-you-need-to-know-post-eiler-decision/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T150000
DTSTAMP:20260803T192609Z
CREATED:20260803T192609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T192609Z
UID:31079-1786629600-1786633200@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:All the World's a Courtroom: Ethical Lessons from the Stage
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/all-the-worlds-a-courtroom-ethical-lessons-from-the-stage/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260714T134712Z
CREATED:20260714T134237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T134712Z
UID:30864-1785938400-1785942000@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Documents from Experian
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/understanding-documents-from-experian/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260717T145310Z
CREATED:20260716T135759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T145310Z
UID:30889-1785333600-1785337200@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Bankruptcy and the FCRA: Identifying Post-Discharge Claims
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/upcoming/bankruptcy-and-the-fcra-identifying-post-discharge-claims/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T111208Z
CREATED:20260615T140852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T111208Z
UID:30448-1784728800-1784732400@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:The ABCs of Solar Fraud: Getting Started on Solar Fraud Cases
DESCRIPTION:Solar fraud cases present unique challenges that require attorneys to understand both consumer protection law and the fundamentals of the residential solar industry. This webinar will provide the foundation you need to evaluate potential solar fraud cases\, conduct effective intake\, identify potential claims\, and avoid common pitfalls when representing consumers. \nJoin experienced solar fraud litigator Rob Treinen as he shares practical lessons from ten years of litigating solar fraud cases\, including how to determine what makes a strong case\, what issues to look for during intake\, and which legal claims may apply. Solar industry expert Taylor Selby will provide critical insight into how solar systems work\, how the industry is structured\, and the technical issues attorneys need to understand when investigating and litigating these cases. \n\nWhat You Will Learn: \n\nHow to identify key factors that make a strong solar fraud case and recognize common pitfalls in evaluating potential claims.\nHow to conduct a more effective solar fraud intake by gathering the information needed to assess liability and damages.\nWhat are basic solar system concepts and industry practices that are critical to investigating and litigating solar fraud cases.\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \nMr. Taylor Selby has been a solar industry professional for over 16 years.  He has been retained as an expert witness in over 70 cases in more than ten states.  Mr. Selby has sold over 1\,000 solar electric systems and overseen more than 6\,000 residential solar electric systems installed on homes.  He has consulted and trained dozens of solar companies throughout the U.S.  He has a master’s degree in Environment and Community from Antioch University\, a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Information Systems\, and is Board Certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) in PV Technical Sales.  Taylor Selby has taught college-level Solar Design classes and earned the following DocuSign University credentials: eSignature Administration Pro\, Agreement Preparation Pro\, and Sender Pro.  \nRob Treinen is a father\, husband and consumer protection attorney.  He started in consumer protection right out of law school\, in 1999.  His first job was working at Legal Aid in Gallup.  For the past 15 years\, Rob has continued helping New Mexicans get justice against unscrupulous corporations via his one attorney shop\, Treinen Law Office. Solar fraud cases are his newest passion\, making up about half of his cases for the past few years.  When he can sneak away\, Rob loves travelling with his family. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account. \nClick here to access the webinar.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/the-abcs-of-solar-fraud-getting-started-on-solar-fraud-cases/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260709T141932Z
CREATED:20260618T172911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T141932Z
UID:30483-1783515600-1783522800@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Issue Spotting Common Auto Claims
DESCRIPTION:Besides purchasing a home\, buying a car is the biggest consumer purchase that most individuals will make in their lifetime. Today\, there are there are nearly 300 million registered vehicles in the United States alone. This number is only growing. The automotive industry is ripe with fraud and pitfalls for unwary consumers. Fortunately\, there are several federal and state statutes that serve as tools for consumer attorneys to help rectify the wrongs in the industry and advocate for their consumers. \nThis webinar is aimed at consumer attorneys who are either starting a new practice or looking to expand into the area of auto fraud and will focus on the latest trending issues in the world of auto fraud\, new dealer scams\, how to find new cases\, and tips and tricks for litigation and settlement. \n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\n\n\nHow to find viable auto fraud cases\nWhat are the latest bad dealer practices\nWhat claims to bring\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n Adam G. Taub is the co-founder of Adam G. Taub & Associates Consumer Law Group\, PLC\, a Michigan consumer protection law practice located in Southfield\, Michigan\, a suburb of Detroit. Adam has represented hundreds of victims of auto Fraud since 1998. His practice focuses exclusively on representing consumers against car dealers\, banks\, credit card companies\, mortgage lenders\, credit reporting agencies\, and debt collectors. He is a graduate of Wayne State University Law School and received his Bachelor’s degree from Wesleyan University. \nElliot Conn is the founder of Conn Law\, PC\, a California consumer protection law practice headquartered in San Francisco. Elliot has successfully litigated hundreds of consumer cases\, both individual cases and class actions. Through his class actions and other complex cases\, Elliot has been successful in eliminating over $1 billion in consumer debt on behalf of hundreds of thousands of Californians. Elliot’s cases have also put millions of dollars back in consumers’ pockets\, nationwide. Elliot is AV Martindale-Hubbell rated. Elliot is a graduate of the University of California\, Berkeley\, School of Law and received his Bachelors of Arts from Colgate University.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/issue-spotting-common-auto-claims/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260831T150648Z
CREATED:20260417T185936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T150648Z
UID:29783-1783429200-1787238000@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Arbitration 101 eCourse
DESCRIPTION:Arbitration clauses are ubiquitous in consumer contracts. While fighting arbitration is the ideal route\, taking a case in arbitration is increasingly necessary in auto\, solar\, FCRA\, EFTA and other consumer cases. Getting up to speed in arbitration skills is no longer a nice-to-have skillset but a must-have skillset for running a successful consumer law practice. \nThe Arbitration101 eCourse gives you the knowledge\, skills and strategies to make arbitration part of your practice.  Please note every session includes a speaker who has handled cases in AAA and Jams forums. \n\nWhat You Will Learn:\n• What cases and clients to bring in arbitration\n• How to respond to disputes over pre-arbitration documents and discovery\n• How to prepare for the pre-hearing conference to ensure that you obtain the discovery necessary to prevail\n• How to adapt courtroom trial skills to the arbitration trial\n• How to handle fee petitions and other post-trial challenges \nWhat the eCourse includes: \n\nWinning Before You File: Selecting the Right Cases\, Forum\, and Arbitrators\nUnderstanding Arbitration Rules for Jams & AAA\nDrafting Demands and Navigating Early Disputes in Consumer Arbitration\nPre-Arbitration Considerations and the Arbitration Demand\nDiscovery That Wins: Strategic Evidence-Building in Arbitration\nThe Preliminary Hearing and Discovery\nStorytelling in Written Discovery\nTrial Skills: How to Adapt Trial Skills for Arbitration\nArbitrating and Mediating the Actual and Punitive Damages and Potentially Large Case\nArbitrating and Mediating the Small Dollar and Statutory Damage Cases\nWinning After the Award: Fees\, Final Briefing\, and Post-Arbitration Challenges\nThe Arbitration Hearing and Post-Hearing Briefing\n\nRegistrants will be eligible to receive up to 14.5 CLEs for the eCourse. \n\nSpeakers \nSparky Abraham is a former legal aid and government lawyer. He now has a solo practice called Jubilee Legal based in Oxnard\, California. \nDan Blinn is the Managing Attorney of Consumer Law Group\, located in Rocky Hill\, CT. His practice is focused on representing consumers in claims involving auto dealer fraud\, auto warranties\, and auto financing. He handles both individual and class action matters. \nRaina Bayas is a seasoned litigator and CEO of The Bayas Firm\, PLLC\, a consumer protection firm focused on Lemon Law\, Auto Fraud\, Diminished Value Claims. She started her litigation career at a nationwide law firm in California defending airbag and seatbelt manufacturers in product liability cases. She took the Colorado bar after volunteering for an organization that spoke to her soul\, Rocky Mountain Victim’s Law Center.  She became a Project Director and eventually Legal Director. In 2013\, she became a Deputy District Attorney in Boulder\, County. During her five year career there\, she became a part of the Consumer Protection Division\, and prosecuted cases against at-risk individuals and white collar crimes. In late 2021\, she created The Bayas Firm\, PLLC. Raina is the Colorado Chair for NACA. \nElizabeth Carter\, Vice President of the East/Central Region of JAMS\nNeil Currie\, Vice President of American Arbitration Association (AAA) \nJarrett Faber is an Attorney at Kneupper & Covey\, P.C. Jarrett concentrates his practice on representing consumers in litigation against solar lenders after their installers close or file for bankruptcy. Jarrett’s practice is almost exclusively arbitration-based. Jarrett is on the Plaintiff’s Steering Committee for the Dividend Solar Finance\, LLC and Fifth Third Bank Sales and Lending Practices Multi-District Litigation. \nErika Heath fights for economic justice on behalf of consumers and employees\, with a particular focus on erroneous credit/background reports\, unlawful debt collection practices\, bank fraud\, ID theft\, and other unfair trade practices. She is currently Of Counsel to Francis Mailman Soumilas\, P.C.\, and a Lecturer at Berkeley Law.   \nAllison Krumhorn has been a consumer protection attorney for over 20 years\, litigating in both court and in arbitration\, in the class action context as well as high-value individual cases. \nDavid Marco is one of the founding partners of SmithMarco\, P.C. He currently represents consumers in individual and class action cases arising out of the EFTA\, the FCRA\, the FDCPA and other consumer-related statutes. David has arbitrated hundreds of cases\, and tried countless cases to verdict\, including an approximately $250\,000 arbitration award against Citibank for violating the Electronic Fund Transfer Act. \nMatt Osborne practices in Northglenn\, CO. His practice focuses on FCRA\, auto fraud\, and bad faith insurance. Prior to becoming a lawyer\, he served five years in the Navy. Matt went to law school at Michigan State. He is married with four kids. His main hobby is suing big corporations. \nLarry P. Smith is a consumer attorney\, handling matters involving the Fair Credit Reporting Act\, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act\, Electronic Funds Transfers Act\, as well as state consumer fraud/UDAP matters for over 18 years. He is the Managing Partner at SmithMarco\, P.C. Mr. Smith has tried dozens of consumer rights cases to verdict in the state and federal courts of Illinois\, Georgia and Wisconsin and has arbitrated over 700 cases. \nCraig Rothburd practices law in Tampa\, FL\, where he devotes a considerable amount of his complex civil litigation practice on consumer law and litigation\, with a special focus on class action litigation\, including insurance\, mortgage loan servicing\, truth in lending\, deceptive practices\, and consumer statutory violations. \nDawn McCraw is passionate about consumer rights and the increasing need for consumers to fight inaccurate and damaging credit reporting and illegal debt collection. Her experience in credit and debt goes back more than fifteen years when she co-owned a company which helped consumers with credit and debt issues. Dawn has acted as the lead attorney in hundreds of FCRA cases and is currently Senior Counsel at the Consumer Justice Law Firm. \nBrian Warwick has been practicing class action law for more than twenty years and has been appointed Class Counsel by judges across the country. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRonald Wilcox has been a consumer protection attorney since 1995\, with an office in San Jose. Ron is a graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College and has tried consumer protection cases in federal and state court\, as well as JAMS and AAA. He is a member of the CAOC\, CAALA\, and NACBA. He has presented webinars and spoken at national conferences on consumer law and arbitration. He was awarded Santa Clara University’s Community Law Center’s Community Service Award. Ron is the author of “Conducting Individual Arbitrations” in NCLC’s Consumer Arbitration Agreements. \nTashia Zeigler is a Georgia attorney with more than 20 years of experience representing consumers in complex litigation\, including automobile warranty\, auto fraud\, and consumer protection matters. She previously served as Director of Georgia’s Lemon Law and Dispute Resolution Program at the Georgia Department of Law and as Staff Attorney for Automobile at the Georgia Governor’s Office of Consumer Protection.  In her consumer practice\, Ms. Zeigler handles warranty\, Lemon Law\, and fraud litigation.  She also serves as an adjunct instructor at Savannah Technical College’s Paralegal Studies Program.  She is the current Chair of the Consumer Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/ecourses/arbitration-101-ecourse/
CATEGORIES:eCourses,Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T185746Z
CREATED:20260521T190403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T185746Z
UID:30175-1782223200-1782226800@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:FTC’s Preservation of Consumers’ Claims and Defenses Rule (aka the “Holder Rule”)
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes misunderstood\, and often mislabeled as the “Holder Rule”\, the FTC’s Preservation of Consumers’ Claims and Defenses Rule is an important tool in consumer lawyers’ toolbox. \nIn the bad old days\, a creditor who was a “holder in due course” could insulate themselves from any responsibility for what a seller did wrong. This rule changed that. Now\, in consumer transactions\, creditors and assignees can often be held responsible for seller’s wrongs under this Anti-Holder Rule. \nThe Holder Rule is an excellent law to use in many finance fraud cases and is a must know for every auto fraud and solar fraud practitioner. \n\nWhat You Will Learn\n• When the rule applies\n• How the rule can be used defensively against creditors’ claims\n• How the rule be used to recover money from a creditor\n• What are the limits to the rule \n\nSpeakers \nA. Lorraine Weekes is a consumer protection attorney at Kneupper & Covey PC whose practice includes both class actions and individual litigation and arbitration proceedings on behalf of consumers ripped off by banks\, solar lenders and installers\, and other miscreant business. She graduated from Stanford Law School in 2016. \nGregory S. Reichenbach is a trial attorney representing primarily poor and working-class Ohio consumers. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Toledo\, College of Law\, in 2004. He focuses on litigation of individual and class claims against car dealers\, financial institutions\, and debt collectors\, focusing on repossessions\, used car sales fraud\, and unfair debt collection. He has written articles for the public and regularly presents at trainings for Ohio attorneys on topics including litigating consumer claims and defending collection suits. He was the 2026 recipient of the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation’s Elam Pro Bono award for his work including training legal aid attorneys. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/ftcs-preservation-of-consumers-claims-and-defenses-rule-aka-the-holder-rule/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T122934Z
CREATED:20260602T154532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T122934Z
UID:30330-1781100000-1781103600@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Analysis of a Big Verdict in a Small Conservative Town
DESCRIPTION:In a landmark judgement\, NACA member Sharon Campbell successfully argued a DTPA case involving the sale of a “deleted” truck\, meaning the emissions system had been illegally deleted. \nTried in a small\, conservative district in Texas\, Ms. Campbell was able to successfully argue and convince a jury to agree to actual damages totaling nearly a half million dollars. \nLearn the ins and outs of putting a UDAP auto case together\, trying it and winning\, no matter what the jurisdiction. \n\nWhat You Will Learn\n• How to argue a case in a conservative district\n• How to try a UDAP case in court\n• What arguments resonated with the conservative jury \n\nSpeaker \nSharon Campbell grew up in Huntsville\, AL. She attended University of the South at Sewanee\, TN for undergrad and Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham. Shortly after graduation\, moved to Dallas and have been there ever since. Passed the bar in Alabama\, Georgia and Texas. She only practices in Texas. She became board certified in Consumer and Commercial Law in 2014. She started her solo firm in 1994. Most of her cases are auto fraud and related cases. She also handles some landlord/tenant and credit card defense.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/analysis-of-a-big-verdict-in-a-small-conservative-town/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T151227Z
CREATED:20260601T151227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151227Z
UID:30284-1780927200-1780930800@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Education Listening Session for Legal Aid Attorneys
DESCRIPTION:Legal Aid Attorneys: Help Us Shape the Future of Consumer Law Education! \nWhat are the biggest roadblocks you’re facing in your practice right now? What tools do you need to win more cases and better serve your clients? NCLC and NACA want to hear from you. \nWe are hosting an exclusive Online Listening Session designed specifically for legal aid attorneys. This is your direct line to shape our educational priorities for the coming year—including programming for the 2027 Spring Training in Baltimore\, upcoming webinars\, and roundtable discussions. \nYour insights drive our agenda. Tell us what’s happening on the ground\, and we’ll build the training to help you fight back. \nAttorneys who are not members of NACA will need to be verified to attend. To begin the verification process\, please create an account on NACA’s website at https://www.consumeradvocates.org/join/ and email training@consumeradvocates.org to request verification.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/education-listening-session-for-legal-aid-attorneys/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T125154Z
CREATED:20260515T150339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T125154Z
UID:30105-1780581600-1780587000@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Requesting\, Obtaining and Using Machine-Generated Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Evidence about a defendant’s computer systems used in decision making or error checking can be critical to proving liability and a common course of conduct in many consumer class actions. However\, because the operation of these systems reflects processes rather than simple documents\, obtaining these materials in discovery and using them at trial can present unique challenges. The advent of generative AI also presents novel difficulties in both accessing and using such materials. \nPlease note that after the webinar has concluded\, NACA will stop the recording and will host a short 30-minute listening session to get your input on what type of education you would like on  AI. \n\nWhat You Will Learn\n• How to target and tailor your systems-related requests\n• How to use ESI orders to ensure you get the materials in the form and format you need\n• How to use discovery procedures efficiently and effectively in getting that production or testimony and how to admit and use those materials at trial \n\nSpeakers\nDavid Nagdeman is a partner at Langer\, Grogan & Diver P.C. in Philadelphia which focuses on class action litigation in consumer protection\, antitrust\, and economic justice matters. He focuses his practice on consumer protection issues\, especially complex financial frauds involving predatory lending. He is also an adjunct professor of remedies at Temple University Beasley School of Law. \nRyan Gott is an attorney at Pearson Warshaw LLP in the Minneapolis office with a practice focused on consumer protection\, data privacy & security\, false advertising\, product liability and predatory lending matters including those involving the Military Lending Act (“MLA”) and the Truth in Lending Act (“TILA”). In the litigation and maintenance of two of the largest data breach MDLs in the country\, In Re: Change Healthcare\, Inc. Customer Data Security Litig. and In re: MOVEit Customer Data Security Breach Litig.\, Ryan is tasked with dispositive motion briefing\, plaintiff vetting and ESI preservation coordination\, offensive\, non-party and expert discovery and depositions. Ryan is an active member of Electronic Document Retention and Production Working Group of The Sedona Conference\, which seeks to develop principles\, guidance and best practice recommendations for information governance and electronic discovery. Ryan also serves on multiple Public Justice committees including the Access to Justice Task Force and the Class Action Preservation Project Task Force. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/requesting-obtaining-and-using-machine-generated-evidence/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260529T121047Z
CREATED:20260512T125114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T121047Z
UID:30057-1779976800-1779980400@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Common Problems and Solutions When Defending Debtors
DESCRIPTION:Defending collection suits can mean having to prepare for trial on a tight turn-around. This course will help prepare attorneys less experienced in debt defense to identify common issues and defenses that may arise in their cases. Attendees will also hear about the different approaches and strategies for effectively leveraging motions practice and discovery in the context of debt defenses cases\, and when/whether a collection action might parlay into an affirmative claim. Please note that this will be a beginner level webinar. \n\nWhat You Will Learn\n• What are trends in debt buyer actions\, including common issues with loans arising from online lending platforms.\n• What are strategies for effectively employing discovery and motions practice in a debt collection suit.\n• How to address debt collection claims in student loan and auto deficiency contexts \n\nSpeakers\nJessica ”Jess” Russell manages the Debt Collection Defense Practice for the Holland Law Firm\, P.C. Her clients are people being sued on everything from student loans\, repossession deficiencies\, medical debt\, landlord-tenant debt\, and credit cards. In addition to providing an aggressive defense in court\, she screens every case for counterclaims and class actions on issues ranging from unauthorized fees\, identity theft\, inaccurate credit reporting\, and violations of the statute of limitations. Before joining The Holland Law Firm\, Jess spent eight years at Russell and Heffner\, LLC. in Frederick\, where she focused on family law\, including mediation\, divorce\, custody\, visitation\, and child support. \nKris Skaar is a partner at Skaar and Feagle and has taught continuing legal education on the topics of the FDCPA and the defense of debt collection suits. Kris earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1983 and a law degree in 1986 from The University of Georgia. He is admitted to all Georgia trial courts\, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/common-problems-and-solutions-when-defending-debtors/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T124541Z
CREATED:20260424T171448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T124541Z
UID:29858-1779199200-1779202800@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Discharged But Not Done: Navigating the FDCPA in Consumer Bankruptcy Practice
DESCRIPTION:The intersection of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and consumer bankruptcy law is one of the most dynamic areas in consumer practice today. Creditors and debt collectors routinely stumble over the automatic stay\, the discharge injunction\, and the limits of post-bankruptcy collection activity\, creating fertile ground for client claims and firm revenue.  Attendees will learn where to look to find potential claims in their bankruptcy practice.  Litigation attorneys can learn how to approach bankruptcy attorneys and educate them on how to address claims – both pre-filing and post-filing. \nThis seminar delivers practical guidance on the issues most likely to land on your desk: what conduct triggers FDCPA liability before and after a bankruptcy filing\, how courts are resolving the “bona fide error” and “litigation privilege” defenses in bankruptcy-adjacent collection disputes\, and when a discharge violation rises to the level of contempt. Attorneys at will leave with concrete strategies for advising clients and identifying claims that deserve to be pursued. \n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\n\n\nFDCPA Liability Pre-Petition — Identify which debt collection communications and actions pre-filing give rise to FDCPA violations and how to protect those actions in the bankruptcy case.\nPost-Discharge Collection: Injunction Violations vs. FDCPA Claims — Understand the scope of the discharge injunction under 11 U.S.C. § 524\, analyze how attempts to collect discharged debts are treated under the FDCPA\, and learn the strategic considerations in choosing between a bankruptcy contempt motion and a standalone FDCPA action.\nPractical Takeaways — Educate staff and clients on how to spot claims and what information you will need.\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \nMalissa Lambert Giles is a partner with the firm of Giles & Lambert\, PC\, in Roanoke\, Virginia\, with additional offices in Blacksburg and Martinsville.  She and the firm\, which was formed in 1993\, limit their current practice to the areas of bankruptcy and consumer rights\, focusing on debtor and plaintiff representation.She has served as editor of the Bankruptcy Law News\, and has served as chair of the Board of the Virginia State Bar’s Bankruptcy Section. Her work in discharging student loans has led to the discharge or forgiveness of more $2\,500\,000 in student loans for debtors living in the Western District of Virginia  since 2022. \nJohn Steinkamp has been a practicing lawyer in Indianapolis\, IN for eighteen years. His practice\, John Steinkamp & Associates\, does consumer bankruptcy work and consumer litigation. His office has filed more than 650 FDCPA lawsuits since 2009. A former family law attorney\, he has participated in over 300 trials and over 100 mediations. Overall\, John has been an attorney in more than 4\,000 cases. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account. \nClick here to access the webinar.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/discharged-but-not-done-navigating-the-fdcpa-in-consumer-bankruptcy-practice/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T125417Z
CREATED:20260423T125417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T125417Z
UID:29830-1778594400-1778598000@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:FCRA Case Strategy: Turning Everyday Cases into Strong Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:If you like FCRA cases\, know the basics and are interested in getting the most out of the cases that come through your door\, this webinar is for you. Not every case will be your ideal trial candidate. Unless you have an unlimited supply of perfect cases\, getting the most out of your available cases matters. \nLearn to make intentional choices in case planning and avoid client with red flags.  Figure out when to pick battles early in the case and how far to cast the third-party discovery net as well as when and whether to use an expert. Take your case even further by knowing when to ask for documents like the Long Form Admin Report from Experian\, Furnisher Metric Reports\, and Online Combine\, and when not. Finally learn how to settle faster\, avoid long delays in getting paid\, and time the settlement for the best outcomes. \n\nWhat You Will Learn: \n\n\n\nHow to select good FCRA cases and clients\nHow to build a strategy for discovery in FCRA cases\nHow to improve your settlement strategies\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker \nEmanwel “Manny” Turnbull is a partner at the Holland Law Firm\, P.C.\, in Annapolis\, Maryland. Educated at St Hugh’s College\, Oxford University\, the College of Law in London and the University of Maryland School of Law\, he is in charge of the firm’s Fair Credit Reporting Act practice\, focusing on identity theft and debt-not-owed claims. He’s also taught as an Adjunct at the University of Baltimore and served as Treasurer of Economic Action Maryland. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account. \nClick here to access the webinar.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/fcra-case-strategy-turning-everyday-cases-into-strong-outcomes/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T171456Z
CREATED:20260402T144835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T171456Z
UID:29665-1778076000-1778083200@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Trends in Homeownership Scams and Solicitations: Spotlight on Seniors
DESCRIPTION:This training will focus on common fraudulent conduct against seniors who are homeowners and provide suggestions for resolving these cases short of litigation. The presentation will cover why seniors are particularly susceptible to undue influence and fraud. Helen Hoeffel will speak about home improvement contracts as vehicles for financial abuse and how California’s Home Solicitation Sales Act can protect seniors from contractors’ fraudulent conduct. \nDeborah Cuevas Hill will explain why seniors are targeted by scammers and both speakers will focus on prevention and what to do when your client falls victim to a homeownership related scam.  Deborah will also discuss emerging scams such as home equity investment loans and long-term scams with perhaps new trends in foreclosure rescue scams and home solicitation. \nPlease note that the webinar will be followed by a one-hour online roundtable discussion. \n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\n\n\nHow to issue spot common homeowner scams\nHow to resolve cases short of litigation\nHow to identify resources for senior homeowners\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \nHelen Hoeffel has been practicing law since 1994\, with a background in real estate title litigation\, consumer law\, and appellate work. She is currently a senior staff attorney at Legal Assistance for Seniors in Oakland\, California where she assists older adults with consumer issues such as illegal home solicitation contracts and debt defense. Her prior litigation experience includes quiet title and escrow matters\, predatory lending\, financial elder abuse\, and wrongful foreclosure. She is a board member for the Alameda County Bar Association and chairs the ACBA business section. \nDeborah Cuevas Hill is a Managing Attorney of the Consumer Advocacy and Home Ownership Preservation Practice at Legal Counsel for the Elderly (LCE). In this role\, Debbie leads a team representing low-income seniors who are victims of financial exploitation and real property fraud and/or facing foreclosure. Prior to joining LCE\, Debbie was a Consumer Unit Supervising Attorney at Legal Aid DC where she focused on preserving the limited income and assets of her clients by providing representation in foreclosure and debt collection cases and advocated for laws that protect D.C. consumers from unfair and deceptive practices. Debbie previously clerked at the D.C. Court of Appeals for the Honorable Inez Smith Reid. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/trends-in-homeownership-scams-and-solicitations-spotlight-on-seniors/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T181921Z
CREATED:20260327T170703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T181921Z
UID:29526-1776780000-1776783600@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Fighting Back Against Third Party Debt Buyers & Predatory Debt Settlement Practices
DESCRIPTION:Consumer debt cases are evolving rapidly\, and bad actors are becoming more sophisticated. This webinar will give you actionable insights to better defend your clients and recognize harmful industry practices before they cause further damage. This session will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to better protect clients and communities from abusive and deceptive practices. \nJoin us for an informative and practical webinar led by consumer law attorney Angel Kwaterski\, Consumer Law Priority Coordinator at Legal Action of Wisconsin\, as we take a closer look at two growing threats facing consumers: third-party debt buyers and predatory debt settlement companies. \n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\n\n\nHow to address the growing issue of debt buying with a focus on common industry participant LVNV\nHow these debt buyers operate and common issues in debt collection cases\nWhat are key legal defenses and strategies for challenging debt buyer claims\nHow to recognize warning signs of predatory debt settlement companies\nHow these companies exploit financially vulnerable consumers\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker \nWith nearly a decade of experience in consumer protection\, Angel Kwaterski brings both deep legal expertise and a strong passion for empowering individuals to stand up against unfair financial practices. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that the live webinar is free to NACA members. If you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/fighting-back-against-third-party-debt-buyers-predatory-debt-settlement-practices/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T135251Z
CREATED:20260325T142508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T135251Z
UID:29493-1776348000-1776351600@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Fraudulent Practices in Mortgage Servicing – When Clients with Clean Hands are Falsely Accused of Mortgage Default
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes the best defense is offense! This is why a Counterclaim – not just an Answer and Affirmative Defenses – may be the right strategy when a client with clean hands has been sued (or is being threatened with a suit) for foreclosure. This is especially true when going on the offensive allows for prevailing party attorneys’ fees. \nTo put the scale of foreclosure related filings into perspective\, a recent Year-End 2025 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report reflected over 350\,000 reported foreclosure filings— default notices\, scheduled auctions\, and bank repossessions —on U.S. properties in 2025\, up 14% from 2024 and up 3% from 2023. However\, not every foreclosure filing is supported as many borrowers can show that they were never truly in default (i.e. the borrower has Clean Hands). \nRelated\, the volume of mortgage servicing transfers of unpaid principal loan balances (in dollar terms) occurring between banking/financial institutions in 2025 has been reported to be in hundreds of billions of dollars. However\, when a mortgage is transferred\, the banking/financial institutions are required to “board” the loan\, which is a process of loading and validating all mortgage data from one company or system to another. But\, too often\, the boarding process goes awry\, leading to the banking/financial institution(s) being unable to prove its claim of default against the borrower. When this happens\, it is the bank/servicer that may be the actual party in breach of the loan documents. \nSo\, are you ready to equip yourself with the tools needed to identify potential violations and take action against fraudulent practices in mortgage servicing? \n\nWhat You Will Learn:  \n• How to identify wrongful claims of foreclosure or default\n• How to bring offensive claims against the banks\, lenders\, investors and/or mortgage servicer(s)\n• What are the causes of action that may permit recovery of prevailing party attorneys’ fees. \n\nSpeaker\nGeoff Stahl has extensive litigation experience in both class actions as well as representation of individuals. Through the years\, Geoff has gained a reputation for handling complex civil and commercial litigation\, banking and finance disputes\, consumer fraud and protection issues\, as well as insurance coverage disputes and litigation related to contractual and statutory interpretations and violations\, to name a few. Geoff also works very closely with appellate lawyers for cases appealed. When not fighting for justice or participating in the community\, Geoff loves spending time with his wife and three daughters. He’s also a proud Dolphins\, Marlins\, Panthers\, and Heat fan! \n\nRegistration \nIf you are a non-member and would like to purchase this webinar\, you need to create an account on consumeradvocates.org and email training@consumeradvocates.org to verify your account.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/fraudulent-practices-in-mortgage-servicing-when-clients-with-clean-hands-are-falsely-accused-of-mortgage-default/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260401T130900Z
CREATED:20260313T174932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T130900Z
UID:29388-1774965600-1774969200@www.consumeradvocates.org
SUMMARY:Battle for Consumer Protections: Using Lessons from New York's UDAAP Campaign to Inform Other Advocacy Efforts
DESCRIPTION:New York is known for groundbreaking legislation on discrimination\, public health\, environmental protection\, and many other areas.  Yet remarkably\, it also has one of the nation’s weakest consumer laws.  New York’s law is one of the only consumer statutes in the country that contains no prohibition against unfair and abusive practices with respect to claims by private consumers.  Furthermore\, the law fails to mandate attorneys’ fees and limits statutory damages to a paltry $50. \nA coalition of advocates has relentlessly fought to change this law; last year we came close but were ultimately stymied by the headwinds of politics and special interests.  As we continue to press forward for meaningful change\, we invite you to join us for a conversation about how lessons from our New York battle can inform advocacy efforts everywhere. \n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\n\n\nWhy strong state consumer laws are so important in the present time\nStrategies for addressing common challenges to enacting economic justice reform\nWhether new messaging can be used to curb negative perceptions\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \nCarolyn E. Coffey is the Director of Litigation for Economic Justice at Mobilization for Justice (MFJ)\, a civil legal services organization that provides advice\, counsel\, and representation to New Yorkers with low incomes. She supervises MFJ’s Consumer Rights Project and engages in consumer policy advocacy. Carolyn co-chairs the New York City Consumer Advocates Taskforce and is a former co-chair of the board of the National Association of Consumer Advocates. \nHashim Rahman runs a consumer law practice based in New York City. He specializes in cases pertaining to credit reporting\, identity theft\, debt collection harassment\, tenants’ rights\, banking fraud\, home-improvement fraud\, product misrepresentations\, and environmental law. He has litigated cases in federal and state courts under the Fair Credit Reporting Act\, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act\, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act\, the Truth in Lending Act\, and other statutes. He is a graduate of Pace Law School\, where he earned his JD\, and the University of Chicago\, where he earned a BA in sociology. \n\nRegistration \nPlease note that this webinar is free to the whole community. The webinar will be recorded and available to all registrants. Non-members must email training@consumeradvocates.org first to be verified.
URL:https://www.consumeradvocates.org/events/online-training-courses/battle-for-consumer-protections-using-lessons-from-new-yorks-udaap-campaign-to-inform-other-advocacy-efforts/
CATEGORIES:Online Training Courses
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