If you think the collection agency is harassing you or using threatening methods and making false statements, get legal advice or file a complaint. Complaints can be filed with the Nebraska Attorney General's Office by calling 402-471-2682 or toll-free, 1-800-727-6432. You can also visit the Attorney General's website. Complaints can also be filed with the Federal Trade Commission or toll-free, 1-877-FTC-HELP. A collection agency that uses illegal collection methods can be sued in state or federal court. If you win you may recover money damages, court costs and attorney fees.
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Consumer
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Debt Crisis
- Am I Allowed To Keep Any Property?
- Can The Creditor Repossess My Car Or Laptop?
- How Can I Defend Myself?
- How Do I Know When To File For Bankruptcy?
- How Do I Stop A Debt Collector From Contacting Me?
- How Does A Creditor Collect Money From Me Without Using A Collection Agency?
- If I Reach The Point Of Filing For Bankruptcy How Can I Ever Repair My Credit?
- What Are The Consequences Of Filing For Bankruptcy?
- What Can I Do When I Feel Harassed?
- What If I Cannot Pay My Bills?
- What If The Creditor Sues Me?
- What Is A Collection Agency?
- What Is The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act?
- What Qualifies As Harassment By A Collection Agency?
- Where Can I Get Help Managing My Credit?
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