Debt Defense eCourse
Nearly 30 million Americans have a debt in collections. Given that the average American household has approximately $15,000 in credit card debt, this trend is likely to remain active for the foreseeable future. Furthermore, as unpaid debt is sold to third-party debt buyers for pennies on the dollar, debt buyers use the courts to sue hundreds of consumers in one fell swoop, often without any knowledge that the debt is still owed or that the amount is correct. Learning how to effectively handle debt defense cases and spot affirmative claims with fee-shifting statutes is an excellent path to start a thriving consumer practice.
FCRA 101 eCourse
According to the Federal Trade Commission, approximately 20 percent of Americans have serious mistakes on their credit reports. This impacts their abilities to purchase homes and cars and even to secure jobs. With many Americans currently and projected to be struggling to make ends meet, the need to access credit is crucial to allow families to stay in their homes and avoid car repossessions. Incorrect credit reporting makes home and car loans unaffordable to those most vulnerable. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) delineates consumer rights regarding reporting of consumer data and responsibilities of Credit Reporting Agencies (CRAs) and furnishers to provide accurate information.
Recovering Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bonds
Have you ever turned away a good case against a car dealer because they have gone out of business, or you fear that it could happen before you are able to collect a judgment? Fear not! You may have a remedy through a Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond! What You Will Learn How to find…
Spotting FCRA Violations by Reviewing Your Client’s Credit Reports
he national credit bureaus maintain credit files for most consumers and issue credit reports to third parties based upon the contents of these files. That information includes data about credit and collections accounts supposedly associated with a particular consumer, such as the balances over time, payment history, and credit usage. Consumers have important rights and…
SEO Made Simple: How Consumer Protection Law Firms Can Attract New Clients Online
How can you get your firm seen more by consumers looking to hire an attorney? Search Engine Optimization may be the answer. SEO involves more than just adding a few key words to the back-end of your website. Come learn about SEO's purpose in the context of consumer protection and how to make SEO a…
Ask Ira: Attorney Fee Tax Questions
It’s that time of year again. Watch the recorded question and answer session with NACA’s Executive Director, Ira Rheingold.
Fair Debt Collections Practices Act Webinar 101
Do you want to get engaged with FDCPA cases but don’t know where to start? This webinar is for you. This session will provide a general overview of the FDCPA and the parties involved in the debt collection industry. The webinar will address the scope of the FDCPA, common violations, and available remedies. It is…
FTC Update: Auto Fraud Resources
Buying a car is one of the biggest investments consumers will make and one that many approach cautiously. This presentation will focus on the FTC’s recent auto enforcement efforts (in particular, the Napleton and Passport cases), the agency’s proposed rule to ban junk fees and bait-and-switch tactics in the car buying process, and newly available consumer…
Ask the FCRA Expert: Leonard Bennett and Chi Chi Wu
NACA continued its Ask the Expert webinar series with two of the nation’s top FCRA advocates: Leonard Bennett and Chi Chi Wu. Chi Chi and Len answered questions on all topics related to the FCRA. Please note there are no written materials associated with this webinar, so there will be no CLEs awarded for attendance.…
The Military Consumer: Litigating a Case Involving a Service Member Client
When you have the privilege of representing a service member, there are several pitfalls that can occur during the litigation process. This webinar will review the processes and procedures required to obtain military records and witnesses for cases pending in civilian courts. This webinar is essential for attorneys who are not familiar with the military…
Practical Considerations in Bringing Your FDCPA Case
Do you want to gain more understanding of how to evaluate an FDCPA case and put together the complaint? This session aims to provide attendees with practical guidance on how to evaluate a case and get a lawsuit on file. Participation in the March 15, 2023 FDCPA 101 Webinar will be useful but not required.…
Legal Writing eCourse: Become a Better Legal Writer
Most lawyers live by their writing and most of us can become better writers. The goal of this course is to move you along that process. Please note that the course is open to writers of all levels and is available on-demand. What You Will Learn First, a refresher on the basics. We will provide…
Powerful FDCPA Intake: Taking Great Cases and Making Great Money
Every FDCPA practitioner needs fast, efficient, and effective intake strategies to make your consumer practice hum. This webinar will give you the tools you need, the insights you want, and the best practices required to pick great FDCPA cases. No prior experience needed to attend this webinar. What You Will Learn • What questions to…
Spotting Viable Impermissible Pull Claims under the FCRA – 2023
Many consumers feel growing concern about their privacy. As news stories on data breaches emerge almost weekly, consumers are anxious about which of their information is out there and who can see it. An increasing number of consumers closely monitor their credit report to find out who is looking at their credit. This webinar will…
Defending the Defenders: Representing and Protecting Servicemembers
How to identify methods of protecting service members who are more likely to be targeted by or subject to losses due to auto fraudsters
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