Tag Archives: Debt Collection

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.

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.

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.

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 Brent Yarborough to Discuss Regulation F and Strategies to Mitigate Risk Under the Rule

April 12, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Brent Yarborough will participate in a panel discussion of Regulation F, the CFPB’s Debt Collection Practices final rule, and how companies can mitigate risk under the rule during a webinar April 16 at 1 pm ET.

Under Regulation F, collection agencies are required to do many things that are “substantially similar” to what the CFPB lays out in the rule. But what does “substantially similar” mean and how are the courts likely to define it?

In this webinar, the panel will share their insights into how “substantially similar” is likely to be defined and how agencies can proactively fight potential lawsuits.

“Why Reg F is Going to Mean More ‘Substantially Similar’ Litigation” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the free 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 New Model Validation Notice for Debt Collection

March 4, 2021 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Brent Yarborough will participate in a panel discussion of the new model validation notice for debt collection and what companies in the account receivables management industry can do to mitigate risk when using the notice during a webinar March 10 at 1 pm ET.

The model validation notice is included in the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s final rule revising Regulation F, which implements the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). The rule becomes effective on Nov. 30.

“How You’re Likely to Screw Up the Model Validation Notice” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. To register for the free 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.

Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice Speaks on State of Debt Collection in the UK During Podcast

Sept. 15, 2020 — As the financial fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic continues, debt collectors in the United Kingdom are adjusting their operations in response. Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice speaks to industry leaders about the state of debt collection in the U.K. during The State of Business podcast.

During the podcast, Mr. Maurice additionally gives guidance on how collectors can responsibly continue their operations during the emergency.

The podcast is produced by Adam Wood of GCS Credit, a membership of international credit and debt collection professionals.

Mr. Maurice provides counsel to businesses and financial services companies, successfully litigating matters in state and federal courts in individual and class actions. He also counsels clients in data privacy and other regulatory compliance matters and provides advice and counsel to attorneys in matters of professional responsibility and attorney ethics.

The podcast is available here.

RMAI Webinar: Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice to Discuss NYC’s New Foreign Language Rules for Collectors

Aug. 10, 2020 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice will discuss New York City’s new foreign language rules for debt collectors during an RMAI webinar today at 11 am ET.

The Department of Consumer Affairs has adopted new rules requiring licensed collection agencies to maintain records of consumer language preferences. The rules require debt collectors to disclose whether they provide “language access services.” Debt collectors must also request and record the consumer’s language preference.

The rules were adopted on May 28, and became effective June 27. However, the agency is providing a 60-day enforcement grace period ending on Aug. 26.

RMAI has reached out to DCA raising several concerns and in response, DCA has issued FAQs. Donald Maurice who is outside counsel to RMAI and Anne Thomas of Cavalry Portfolio Services will discuss the FAQs and what steps companies should take to comply with the rules.

To register for the recording of Breaking Down the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs’ New Foreign Language Rules and FAQs click here.

Webinar to Examine New York City’s New Debt Collection Rules

June 23, 2020 — New York City’s new debt collection rules will be discussed during a Maurice Wutscher webinar now available on demand.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection has adopted new rules requiring debt collectors to provide consumers with language preference disclosures and an affirmative obligation to request and record the consumer’s language preference. Debt collectors will not be required to translate a collection communication.

The rules become effective June 27 with a 60-day enforcement grace period beginning from the effective date of the rules.

During the webinar, Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice and Eric Rosenkoetter will be joined by Marina Banje, Senior Compliance Counsel of Cavalry Portfolio Services, LLC, to address both the implementation of the disclosure and reporting requirements, along with how the agency might be perceiving the new rules’ ambiguous requirements.

To register, click here.

Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice Speaks on Current State of Debt Collection During Podcast

June 2, 2020 — What is the state of debt collection during the COVID-19 emergency? Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice and other industry leaders weigh in during The State of Business podcast.

During the podcast, Mr. Maurice gives guidance on how collectors can responsibly continue their operations during the emergency.

The podcast is produced by Adam Wood of GCS Credit, a membership of international credit and debt collection professionals.

The podcast is available here.

Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice to Discuss State Regulation of Debt Collection During Pandemic for May 27 Webinar

May 26, 2020 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice will discuss state regulation of debt collection during the COVID-19 pandemic on May 27 at 3 pm ET.

The webinar will take a closer look at new updates regarding how the states are attempting to protect consumers through guidance and new regulations since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in the United States two months ago.

The webinar, “Analyzing the State Efforts at Regulating Debt Collection During Coronavirus,” is being presented by AccountsRecovery.net. Click here to register.

Maurice Wutscher’s Donald Maurice to Discuss Impact of Recent State COVID-19 Orders on Collections During RMAI Webinar March 27

March 26, 2020 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Donald Maurice will discuss the impact of recent state COVID-19 orders on collections during an RMAI webinar March 27 at 12 noon ET.

Many states have entered orders in response to COVID-19 that can impact debt collection. The webinar will take a closer look at these orders and how the receivables management industry can harmonize them with its operations and hardship policies.

The webinar is being presented by Receivables Management Association International. Click here to register.

Maurice Wutscher’s Shannon Miller to Give Guidance on Collection Compliance

March 14, 2019 — Maurice Wutscher attorney Shannon P. Miller will offer guidance on how to remain compliant when collecting debt during a seminar “FDCPA and Collection Law” on April 4 in Cherry Hill, NJ.

Presented by the National Business Institute, the full-day seminar will cover all aspects of collection law and compliance including the latest developments with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and other consumer protection laws, how to locate assets after judgments, best practices when collecting judgments, bankruptcy’s implications on collection practices and ethical considerations.

Continuing legal education credits will be provided. For more information and to register, click here.