Suit Accuses Collector of Not Removing Debt From Credit Report After It Was Paid
- A collection operation is facing a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act lawsuit in California after being accused of forcing the plaintiffs to pay a debt that had already allegedly been paid.
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Judge Dismisses FCRA Case Against CRAs Involving Bankruptcy & Disputes
- A District Court judge in Indiana has dismissed claims against one credit reporting agency and granted another a motion for summary judgment in a Fair Credit Reporting Act case involving credit reporting, disputes, and bankruptcy. The suit centered around allegations that the CRAs violated the FCRA by inaccurately reporting a reaffirmed automobile loan as included in bankruptcy.
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Federal Student Aid Office to Get Overhaul as Search for Cordray’s Replacement Continues
- In a letter sent to all staff yesterday, Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona outlined a comprehensive plan to improve Federal Student Aid (FSA) for students, families, borrowers, and schools. This initiative aims to address ongoing management and operational challenges, ensuring that FSA operates more efficiently and effectively. FSA is responsible for servicing and collecting on student loans owed to the government.
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Some Cyberattacks Not Being Reported Because Execs Fear Getting Fired: Survey
- In the wake of rising cyberattacks on hospitals and health systems, a recent survey has revealed alarming trends in cybersecurity practices: Forty percent of cybersecurity professionals across various industries have not reported cyberattacks due to fears of job loss. This figure is notably concerning in the healthcare sector, where 30% of cybersecurity experts admitted to withholding breach reports for the same reason.
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