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Sued for Debt? Top 15 Reasons to Consult a Lawyer January 19, 2024
In 2024, New York has witnessed a surge in debt collection lawsuits and harassment cases. Over 96% of defendants sued in debt collection cases are unrepresented, and most are low-income seniors of ...
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The Langel Firm Swiftly Causes Dismissal of $86,473.47 Bank Lawsuit December 1, 2023
Regions Bank sued our client in for a line of credit issued for $90,000.00. This blog details our defensive strategy to combat the lawsuit and secure a favorable outcome for our client. Challenging ...
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Medical Debt 101: How Different Hospital Types Affect Your Bills November 20, 2023
Medical debt has become a significant financial burden for many Americans. Approximately 100 million adults in the United States face medical debt, ranging from under $500 to $10,000 or more, ...
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Unmasking Causewashing: How it Serves as Hidden False Advertising June 17, 2023
I went full-throttle into false-advertising law because of the repugnancy inherent in " humanewashing," a form of "causewashing." What is "Causewashing"? "Causewashing" is a term used to describe the ...
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Pursued Twice for the Same Debt? Assert Your Rights Immediately! December 12, 2022
Double Garnishment After Judgment Satisfaction: A Case Study In one case, our client faced a unique situation: He was garnished twice for the same debt rather than sued twice. Initially, he was not ...
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Unrecorded Debt Assignments Remain Legally Binding - What This Means for New York Debtors December 12, 2022
The Validity of Debt Assignments Without Court Recording The Case of Musah v Houslanger & Associates In a pivotal ruling, the Federal District Court for the Southern District of New York provided ...
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