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Florida Residents - Are You Receiving Spam Calls or Texts?

New laws in Florida are designed to protect you from harassment by telemarketers, attempting to replace federal laws recently weakened by the Supreme Court.

Government Investigation Finds Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian Failed to Address Errors in Consumer Credit Reports

While certainly no surprise to attorneys like us who deal with these agencies all the time, it's nice to see the government start to take notice.

If You’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated for Having Another Part-Time Job, Equifax May Be at Fault

It might not seem fair, but companies are now able to research your background to determine if you're moonlighting.

Solar Panel Fraud and Credit Reporting

A relative newcomer on the judicial landscape, solar fraud cases are becoming more and more common.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: Tenant Screening Companies Put Speed Before Accuracy

The CFPB rightfully notes that the result of these issues is that many people find it difficult to find affordable housing, which can have life-altering implications.

Outdated Information on Your Credit Report: What To Do

Old debts and settled accounts are not supposed to show up on background and credit checks.

Credit Karma and the IRS Think I’m Dead! What Next?

Thousands of Americans are being incorrectly reported as deceased every year by the Social Security Administration.

How to Calculate Wage and Overtime in New York

New York has many rules about fair wages, so make sure you know them all.

The Effect of Biden’s Federal Pardon on Marijuana Drug Charges for a Background Check

Biden's move shows the federal government's view on the drug is evolving, but it still leaves the issue mostly in the hands of the individual states

The Popularity of Airbnb weighed against Inflection Background Checks

Airbnb is a popular vacation rental marketplace that lets guests and hosts book accommodations in different cities. As you might expect, many companies offer similar services, but Airbnb has become the largest and most popular of them all.

Why Your Credit Score Isn’t Actually Yours and Other Lies Consumer Reporting Companies Tell

Do You Know Who Really Owns Your Credit Score? (Hint: It's Not You)

How an Equifax Coding Blunder Led to Millions of Incorrect Credit Scores Issued to Lenders

Equifax Coding Snag Led to Millions of Erroneous Credit Scores Issued to Lenders