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Why are veterans and military families most at-risk for deceptive debt collectors

Veterans and military families are at a higher risk for being targeted by deceptive debt collectors due to their unique financial situation and the challenges they face. One reason that veterans and military families may be more vulnerable to deceptive … Continue reading

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U.S. hospitals suing patients for debts

Hospitals in the United States have been known to sue patients for unpaid medical debts or threaten their credit. This practice can have serious financial and emotional consequences for patients and their families. Medical debt is a leading cause of … Continue reading

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Maine woman sues to stop collection of student loans she says she doesn’t owe

Maine woman sues to stop collection of student loans she says she doesn’t owe Bangor Daily News Jane Forrester Winne thought she had consolidated and managed her student loan debt. She has sued several private loan firms alleging they …    … Continue reading

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Cordray’s bureau posts complaints on banks, credit agencies, debt collectors

By Jeff Horwitz and Ken Sweet Associated Press  •  Friday June 26, 2015 12:43 AM WASHINGTON — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released thousands of complaints on Thursday from disgruntled customers of banks, credit-card companies and other providers of financial … Continue reading

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