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online shopping scams

Scam Likely: New Study Shows That Older Adults Aren’t the True Victims of Online Shopping Scams

It turns out that younger, supposedly more tech savvy consumers are actually in the majority.

military identity theft protection

People who serve in the military have an increased risk of Identity theft and credit reporting errors

In 2021, service-members, veterans, and military family members reported nearly 50,000 cases of identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

how bad is a 700 credit score

Is a 700 credit score good or bad?

A credit score of 700 has positive implications

how to build credit at 18

How to start building credit at 18

Building credit at 18 is possible

what bills help build credit

What bills help build your credit?

There’s another factor that determines whether paying your bills early will improve your credit

financial health after prison

How can you restore your financial health after you get out of prison?

Building up your credit after prison is possible

difference between soft and hard credit check

What’s the difference between soft and hard credit checks?

There are a few marked differences

what does pre qualified mean for a credit card

What does it mean when you’re pre-qualified for a credit card?

Pre-qualified means you fit some of the criteria needed for a specific credit card

how to find out all my debts

How to find all your debts

You could be unaware of your existing debts

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Are Debit Cards Protected from Fraud

Consumer Attorneys Uncover Risks Associated with Debit Card Fraud and How You Can Prevent Being Victimized!

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Can You Sue a Bank for Incorrect Credit Reporting

Don’t let your bank’s reporting errors cause your score to drop! Here’s how our attorneys can help you recover.

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Most Common Credit Report Errors and What to Do if You Find Errors

Fix Credit Reporting Inaccuracies and Rebuild Your Creditworthiness with Consumer Attorneys!

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How to deal with deceased debt collections

Collecting debt upon the death of the debtor

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How has COVID-19 impacted credit reporting errors?

Amongst the many issues created by the pandemic, credit reporting mistakes are multiplying in the wake of new legislation and policy.

what to do if you are a victim of fraud

What do you do if you’re a victim of fraud? How do you protect yourself in the future?

4 steps you should take immediately

how long do derogatory marks stay on credit

How long do derogatory marks stay on your credit?

Derogatory marks have varying lifespans on your credit report

what does filing for bankruptcy do to your credit score

I filed for bankruptcy. How will this impact my credit score?

Filing for bankruptcy has several negative effects your credit score

is 500 a good credit score

Is a 500 credit score good or bad?

A 500 credit score is a bad score and has negative implications

how bad is a 600 credit score

Is a 600 credit score good or bad?

A 600 credit score is neither good nor bad, only fair

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How to Remove a Fraud Alert from Your Credit Report

Identity theft affects millions yearly. Learn how to recover and how our attorneys can help!

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DoorDash looks for certain things in their background checks

What Does DoorDash Background Check Look For?

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HireRight Background Check Errors Cost Me a Job. What Can I Do?

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Can I Sue For False Debt Collection?

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A bill was sent to the wrong address and is now in collections: What do I do?

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What Does Uber Look for in a Background Check?

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Abstract digital flowchart over a person using a laptop, illustrating how consumer data is collected, processed, and analyzed to form a consumer report under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The Consumer Report: A Sequential Analysis of the FCRA Definition

What makes information a “consumer report” under the FCRA? This article breaks down the statute step by step, showing how purpose and use transform data into a regulated consumer report.

Abstract digital panels representing data and information flows, illustrating the concept of consumer reporting agencies and how consumer information is assembled and analyzed under the FCRA.

What Is a Consumer Reporting Agency? A Comprehensive Analytical Treatment

Learn about how the FCRA defines consumer reporting agencies and why function, not labels or disclaimers, determines coverage.

Trapped by Data: How to Fix an Amazon Background Check Mistake and Reclaim Your Job

If Errors in Your Amazon Background Check Caused a Job Rejection, Learn Why and How to Get Help Today.

Uber driver viewing an “Account Suspended” error on a smartphone due to a background check mistake, representing wrongful deactivation issues.

Uber Background Check Mistakes: Why Good Drivers Get Flagged (and What to Do)

If Errors in Your Uber Background Check Report Result in a Denial to be an Uber Driver, We Can Help You File a Dispute.

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