I think a debt collection scam has phoned/emailed/mailed me.
How do I verify if this is a legitimate company? How do I fight a debt collection?
Answer
There are many organizations that can help you identify a legitimate debt collection agency. Links are provided.
Links & Files
- My paycheck is being garnished. My banking account has been seized. Opens in new window
- I just received a legal paper headed "Additional Notice of a Lawsuit" Opens in new window
- Consumer Financial Protection Board. How do I tell if a debt collector is legitimate or a scam? Opens in new window
- Empire Justice Center -- Student Debt Assistance Program Opens in new window
- Erie County Volunteer Lawyers Project -- Bankruptcy and Debt Opens in new window
- JustCause--Bankruptcy & Debt Collection Opens in new window
- Legal Services NYC -- Student Debt Relief Opens in new window
- New Economy Project -- Know Your Rights -- Debt Collection Opens in new window
- New York City Govt Tips on Credit/Debt Opens in new window
- New York State Attorney General Credit & Lending Opens in new window
- Rural Law Center Opens in new window