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Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Brent Yarborough to Discuss Regulation F Lawsuits

Dec. 9, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Brent Yarborough will discuss the first wave of lawsuits alleging violations of Regulation F during a webinar Monday, Dec. 13 at 1 pm ET.

While the ARM industry is expecting a wave of lawsuits related to Regulation F, there is only speculation as to what consumers will claim in those suits. In this webinar, a panel will talk about the lawsuits and what the industry can expect to see now that the rule has gone into effect.

“A First Look at Reg F-Related Lawsuits” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the complimentary webinar, click here.

Brent Yarborough is a principal at Maurice Wutscher LLP. He focuses his practice on regulatory compliance and the defense of consumer law claims.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Alan Hochheiser to Speak on Current Trends in Bankruptcy Litigation

Oct. 14, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher bankruptcy practitioner Alan Hochheiser will speak on current trends in bankruptcy litigation and how those trends are impacting financial services companies during an RMAI webinar Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 12 pm ET.

The pandemic has brought about significant changes in debt collection and purchasing. In the midst of new regulatory expectations, new consumer protections, and new laws, what does this mean for consumer bankruptcy patterns? Will there be more filings and increased litigation? Mr. Hochheiser will join a panel in exploring these and other key compliance issues.

To register for the Receivables Management Association International webinar, click here.

Alan Hochheiser is a principal at national business and financial services law firm Maurice Wutscher LLP, where he advises and represents businesses, regional and national banks, credit unions, equipment lessors and other lenders, as well as secured and unsecured creditors. He currently serves as chair of the ABA Business Law Section’s Consumer Bankruptcy Committee. He has been named to ALM’s list of Cleveland’s Top-Rated Lawyers and is peer-rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the worldwide guide to lawyers.

Maurice Wutscher’s Alan Hochheiser to Moderate Panel on Bankruptcy Appellate Case Law at ABA Business Law Virtual Section Annual Meeting

Sept. 13, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher bankruptcy practitioner Alan Hochheiser, chair of the ABA Business Law Section’s Consumer Bankruptcy Committee, will moderate a panel discussion on recent developments in bankruptcy appellate case law during the ABA Business Law Virtual Section Annual Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 23, at 1:45 pm CT.

The three-day meeting will be presented virtually. To register, click here.

Alan Hochheiser is a principal at national business and financial services law firm Maurice Wutscher LLP, where he advises and represents businesses, regional and national banks, credit unions, equipment lessors and other lenders, as well as secured and unsecured creditors. He has been named to ALM’s list of Cleveland’s Top-Rated Lawyers and is peer-rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the worldwide guide to lawyers.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice to Discuss DC Debt Collection Legislation

Sept. 2, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice will join a panel in examining changes to legislation passed by the District of Columbia City Council in July to amend its debt collection law during an RMAI webinar Friday, Sept. 3 at 12 pm ET.

The District of Columbia’s debt collection legislation becomes effective Sept. 23 and imposes significant requirements for data and documentation as well as restrictions on consumer contact. The legislation has undergone substantive changes since it was introduced in July.

The panelists, including Mark Naiman of Absolute Resolutions Corp. and Franci Wayland of PRA Group, will discuss the latest changes and amendments to the legislation and potential compliance strategies companies can implement to address these changes.

To register for the Receivables Management Association International webinar, click here.

Donald Maurice represents the financial services industry, successfully litigating matters in appellate and trial courts throughout the country in individual and class actions and guiding businesses, trade associations and financial services companies nationwide in regulatory and compliance matters.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice and Eric Rosenkoetter to Discuss DC Emergency Legislation

July 19, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorneys Donald Maurice and Eric Rosenkoetter will join a panel in examining emergency legislation passed by the District of Columbia City Council last week to amend its debt collection law during an RMAI webinar Tuesday, July 20 at 1 pm ET.

On July 13, the City Council passed the emergency legislation, which will take effect when signed by D.C.’s mayor. A “temporary” bill was also introduced that contains the same provisions.

This webinar will cover the latest developments and key points regarding the emergency legislation. To register for the Receivables Management Association International webinar, click here.

Eric Rosenkoetter provides defense and regulatory compliance counsel to financial services companies and advises businesses in data privacy and security matters. He has significant experience as a compliance and transactional attorney, providing strategic, business growth, legislative, compliance and regulatory advice to national corporations and trade associations.

Maurice Wutscher’s Jessica Lesser to Discuss Regulatory Enforcement Actions at ACA International Convention

July 14, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Jessica Lesser will discuss state attorney general and federal enforcement actions impacting creditors and collectors at the ACA International Convention & Expo on July 30 in Las Vegas.

In her talk, “Regulatory Agency Enforcement Actions and Inquiries: As If Lawsuits Weren’t Enough!,” Ms. Lesser will give an insider’s look into regulatory enforcement actions and discuss best practices when dealing with regulators.

For more information and to register, click here.

Based in the Dallas office of national business and financial services law firm Maurice Wutscher LLP, Jessica Lesser is a proven civil trial attorney with expertise in the regulatory framework of consumer finance, lending, and technology. A former managing attorney in the Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Attorney General of Texas, she has two decades of litigation and regulatory compliance experience and is board certified in consumer and commercial law.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Shannon Miller to Speak on TCPA’s Prerecorded Call Provisions

June 23, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Shannon P. Miller will discuss the prerecorded call provisions of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act and how they are applied to situations encountered by creditors and collectors during a webinar Monday, June 28 at 1 pm ET.

When it comes to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, much of the focus is on the use of automatic telephone dialing systems. But there are other areas of the law that can cause legal and compliance problems, including the use of prerecorded messages.

The webinar’s panel will discuss best practices and ways to reduce liability under the TCPA.

“Prerecorded Call Cases Under the TCPA – What You Need to Know” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the complimentary webinar, click here.

Shannon P. Miller is a principal at Maurice Wutscher LLP. He focuses his practice on various aspects of financial services law, with an emphasis on consumer financial services litigation.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice and Eric Rosenkoetter to Parse New State Debt Collection Laws

June 22, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorneys Donald Maurice and Eric Rosenkoetter will examine new state debt collection laws and their implications for creditors and collectors during a webinar Thursday, June 24 at 3 pm ET.

New laws in Maryland and Nevada are going to re-shape how debts are collected in those states, especially medical debts. But these laws are about more than just medical debts.

In this webinar, the panel will break down the laws and how they will impact creditors and collectors.

“What You Need to Know About the New Medical Debt Legislation in Maryland and Nevada, Even if You Don’t Collect Medical Debt” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the complimentary webinar, click here.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Brent Yarborough to Discuss Vicarious Liability in Debt Collections

June 21, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Brent Yarborough will discuss vicarious liability in debt collections during a webinar Thursday, June 24 at 1 pm ET.

A ruling in a recent court case has partially held a debt buyer liable for the actions of the collector working its accounts, creating a new series of concerns for the accounts receivable management industry. Companies are required to monitor how collectors are working their accounts, but now may be held liable when collectors do or say something they shouldn’t.

In this webinar, the panel will discuss the ruling and the concept of vicarious liability in the ARM industry.

“Vicarious Liability in Debt Collections: Holding Debt Buyers Liable for the Actions of Collectors” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the complimentary webinar, click here.

Brent Yarborough is a principal at Maurice Wutscher LLP. He focuses his practice on regulatory compliance and the defense of consumer law claims.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Brent Yarborough to Discuss State Court Trends With FDCPA

May 26, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Brent Yarborough will discuss FDCPA cases at the state court level during a webinar Wednesday, May 26 at 1 pm ET.

A number of rulings on the topic of standing to file Fair Debt Collection Practices Act lawsuits have pushed more plaintiffs and consumer attorneys to state courts. In this webinar, the panel will examine the trend and what it means for companies in the accounts receivable management industry.

“State Court Trends With FDCPA” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the complimentary webinar, click here.

Brent Yarborough is a principal at Maurice Wutscher LLP. He focuses his practice on regulatory compliance and the defense of consumer law claims.

Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Alan Hochheiser to Speak on Credit Reporting and Bankruptcy

May 18, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher bankruptcy practitioner Alan Hochheiser will participate in a panel discussion about credit reporting in and after bankruptcy during a webinar May 24 at 1 pm ET.

In this webinar, Mr. Hochheiser and the panel will talk about the pitfalls that companies in the accounts receivable management industry need to watch out for when dealing with credit reporting during the bankruptcy process, and how to address these topics within their organizations.

“Credit Reporting and Bankruptcy” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the complimentary webinar, click here.

Alan Hochheiser is a principal at national business and financial services law firm Maurice Wutscher LLP, where he advises and represents businesses, regional and national banks, credit unions, equipment lessors and other lenders, as well as secured and unsecured creditors. Mr. Hochheiser chairs the ABA Business Law Section’s Consumer Bankruptcy Committee. He has been named to ALM’s list of Cleveland’s Top-Rated Lawyers and is peer-rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the worldwide guide to lawyers.

Maurice Wutscher’s Jessica Lesser to Keynote Auto Finance Compliance Conference

May 14, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Jessica Lesser will give the keynote address at Compliance Unleashed, an auto finance compliance conference slated for May 17-19 in Dallas-Fort Worth.

In her keynote, Ms. Lesser will highlight the importance of decision making within an effective compliance program and demonstrate how compliance even in a highly regulated environment can be addressed with some simple concepts. She will also examine the evolving regulatory environment and take a closer look at current actions.

The three-day conference is a forum for auto finance professionals to exchange best practices and learn how to implement effective solutions to mitigate risk. For more information, click here.