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Account Control Systems Phone Harassment?

Is Account Control Systems (ACS) calling you? Stop Account Control Systems phone harassment. Do they threaten to take legal action or garnish your wages? Are they calling you at all hours or several times a day? Are they telling your family and neighbors that you owe a debt? Using abusive language, such as profanity or offensive remarks, is illegal and constitutes harassment. If so what they are doing is illegal and needs to stop. Deceptive practices are also prohibited under the FDCPA.

Account Control Systems plays a crucial role in the financial industry by helping creditors recover outstanding debts within the legal and regulatory framework.

You have the legal right to stop ACS phone harassment, and the FDCPA protects consumers from such harassment. If a collection agency violates the FDCPA, you may be eligible to receive up to $1000.00 in statutory damages, along with covering your attorney fees.

Is Account Control Systems a Scam?

According to the Better Business Bureau website, Account Control Systems has been in business for 37 years. Read more here: Account Control Systems Better Business Bureau.

Who is Account Control Systems?

Account Control Systems is third party debt collector and collection company located in Montvale, New Jersey. ACS has been a party to a Federal Court case over 35 times. An account control system can impact consumers’ wages or credit reports when they have delinquent accounts or unpaid balances. They have been accused of violating consumer’s rights and illegal and harassing communication tactics to attempt to coerce a payment from the harassed consumer. Many consumers have reported issues or complaints about ACS’s practices.

🏛️ Address: 85 Chestnut Ridge Rd Ste 113 Montvale, NJ 07645-1836

📞 Phone: (201) 367-1622

Account Control Systems Collection Tactics

If Account Control Systems engages in any of the following tactics, you may have a case:

  • ➡️ Using abusive language, such as profanity or offensive remarks, during calls.
  • ➡️ Contacting you at inappropriate hours or without properly informing you of your rights.
  • ➡️ Calling you multiple times in a single day or week, which may be considered harassment.
  • ➡️ If you receive calls from ACS phone numbers, recognize these as potential collection attempts and consider your rights.

Account Control Systems Phone Numbers

Are you receiving any harassing phone calls from any of the following numbers?

  • 📲 201-367-1622
  • 📲 201-767-5300
  • 📲 (201) 367-1622
  • 📲 (201) 767-5300
  • 📲 2013671622
  • 📲 2017675300

If the answer is yes, then you are receiving calls from a known ACS number. You may be a victim of ACS phone harassment. If you have been contacted by ACS, it is important to know your rights and seek legal support to protect yourself. The list above is not all the numbers that ACS uses. The calls can be from different phone numbers and it still be Account Control Systems calling you. If you have already paid the debt but are still receiving calls, you should inform ACS and keep records of your payments to ensure your account is properly acknowledged. Contact our office right away so we can start the process to stop ACS from calling you illegally. Above all, no one should live with harassment!

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Better Business Bureau Ratings

When considering the reputation of Account Control Systems as a debt collection agency, it’s important to look at their rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). The BBB evaluates businesses like Account Control Systems based on several factors, including the number of complaints filed, how those complaints are resolved, and the company’s responsiveness to consumer concerns. As a collection agency, Account Control Systems is expected to follow fair debt collection practices and comply with all federal laws that protect consumers from abusive or deceptive collection practices. Checking the BBB rating and reading through complaints filed against Account Control Systems can give you valuable insight into their collection practices and how they handle disputes. If you’re dealing with account control issues or have concerns about debt collection practices, the BBB is a useful resource to help you make informed decisions and protect your rights as a consumer.

Credit Report Implications

If Account Control Systems is attempting to collect a debt from you, it’s possible that they may report the debt to credit reporting agencies. This can have a significant impact on your credit report and overall credit score, making it more difficult to obtain loans, credit cards, or even housing in the future. As a consumer, you have the right under federal law to dispute any inaccurate or false information that appears on your credit report. It’s crucial to regularly monitor your credit report for any entries from Account Control Systems or other debt collectors, and to act quickly if you notice any errors. If a debt collection agency reports false information, you have the right to have it corrected and may be entitled to recover damages. Staying vigilant about your credit report is an important step in protecting your financial health and ensuring that debt collection agencies follow the law.

Collection Agencies and the Law

Collection agencies like Account Control Systems are required to follow strict federal and state laws when attempting to collect debts. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal law that sets clear guidelines for debt collectors, prohibiting abusive, deceptive, or unfair collection practices. For example, debt collectors must provide you with the name of the original creditor and the amount owed, and they cannot contact you at inconvenient times or places, such as before 8:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m., or at your workplace if you’ve told them not to. If you believe Account Control Systems or any other collection agency has violated your rights, you can file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or seek help from a consumer law attorney. Understanding your rights under federal and state laws is essential to protecting yourself from unlawful debt collection practices.

Account Control Systems Garnish Wages

Account Control Systems, as a debt collection agency, may pursue wage garnishment if they obtain a court judgment against you for an unpaid debt. Wage garnishment is a legal process where a portion of your paycheck is withheld to pay off a debt. However, federal law limits how much can be garnished from your wages, and certain types of income, such as Social Security or unemployment benefits, are protected from garnishment. If you are facing the possibility of wage garnishment from Account Control Systems, it’s important to know your rights and seek legal advice. You have the right to challenge the garnishment in court and ensure that the process is being carried out lawfully. Don’t hesitate to contact a consumer law attorney if you need help protecting your income from unlawful collection practices.

Filing Complaints

If you believe that Account Control Systems has engaged in abusive, deceptive, or illegal debt collection practices, you have the right to file a complaint. You can submit your complaint to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), your state Attorney General’s office, the Better Business Bureau, or the (CFPB). When filing a complaint, be sure to include detailed information about your interactions with the debt collector, such as dates and times of phone calls, the names of the individuals you spoke with, and copies of any correspondence. Keeping thorough records can help support your case and may increase your chances of recovering statutory damages and attorney fees if your rights have been violated. Filing a complaint not only helps protect your own rights but also helps hold debt collection agencies accountable for their actions and protects other consumers from similar abusive practices.

Complaints Against Account Control Systems

The following is a sample list of complaints filed against Account Control Systems in the past and can be found on Pacer.gov.

  • 📋 2:13-cv-01131-JPS Newman v.
  • 📋 2:14-cv-00468-WEC Ozier v.
  • 📋 2:15-cv-00489-JPS Pietraszewski v.
  • 📋 2:15-cv-01231-LA Mikolajczyk v.
  • 📋 2:17-cv-00365-LA Schmitz v.

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About Us

Consumer Rights Law Firm PLLC is a law firm that specializes in helping clients who are facing harassment from debt collectors in any form, including telephone communication. Rather than suffer alone, contact our office to begin the process to stop the Account Control Systems harassment. Our office has been assisting consumers since 2010. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

If you are interested in learning more about how to safeguard yourself and prevent harassment from Account Control Systems. call us at 877-700-5790 for immediate assistance or visit our website.

Success Stories

  • 🏆 These guys are absolutely amazing!!! I was being harassed by a creditor (8 phone calls a day for three days at a time) when I wasn’t even late on a payment, and I called Matt with consumer rights law firm. He was professional and honest with me about my case. I decided to move forward and let them do what they do best, and 30 days later I’m debt free from that creditor. They were able to get my $3,168.64 debt completely cleared and it didn’t cost me anything!!!! I can’t thank these professionals enough for their hard work and dedication to helping me.
  • 🏆 Beyond expectations and extremely impressed with this company. Matt was very professional and patient with me. He was honest and explained everything in detail. I found them by sheer luck and was shocked at how easy everything was. Matt asked me key questions and was very reassuring. Furthermore I was absolutely floored at how quickly everything went. I am forever grateful for Matt and would highly recommend him and his team to my closest family and friends. He is a class act. Extremely satisfied with the service. Over the moon happy with the results.
  • 🏆 As always with dealing with someone you don’t see face to face, I was iffy. But Scott never gave me any reason to worry! No account numbers were given, no address was required and no personal information aside from what the company knew me as. And I didn’t pay a cent out of pocket! The calls stopped, my debt was paid, and they were even able to get me a 500$ check for the annoying calls! I am so grateful i came across them, and it really helped me get back to where I knew I could be. The process was quick, Scott answered my questions quickly and was super easy to work with! As soon as the case was settled he called and gave me the good news! I highly recommended them!

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Account Control Systems?
Account Control Systems is a third-party debt collection agency that contacts consumers to collect on overdue debts for other businesses or creditors.

Why is Account Control Systems calling me?
They may be trying to collect a debt they believe you owe. Even if the debt is not yours or is already resolved, they may still attempt to contact you.

What is considered phone harassment by Account Control Systems?
Repeated calls, calls at odd hours, threats, or abusive language can all be considered harassment and may violate your consumer rights under the FDCPA.

How do I make Account Control Systems stop calling me?
You can send a written cease-and-desist letter. After receiving it, they are legally required to stop contacting you except to inform you of specific actions.

Can I take legal action against Account Control Systems for harassment?
Yes. If they violate the FDCPA or TCPA, you may be able to sue for statutory damages up to $1,000, plus additional compensation for emotional distress or lost wages.

What are my rights if Account Control Systems is calling me?
You have the right to dispute the debt, request validation, and stop calls. They cannot threaten, mislead, or call excessively.

Can Account Control Systems call me at work?
Only if your employer allows it. If you notify Account Control Systems that calls at work are not permitted, they must stop immediately.

How do I verify the debt from Account Control Systems?
Send them a written request for debt validation. They must provide documentation confirming the debt’s validity before continuing collection.

Can Consumer Rights Law Firm PLLC help with Account Control Systems harassment?
Yes. Consumer Rights Law Firm PLLC can protect your rights and help you stop the harassment. They may also help you recover damages.

How do I report Account Control Systems for harassment?
You can file complaints with the CFPB, FTC, or contact a consumer protection attorney. Document all calls and messages as evidence.

Attorney Derek DePetrillo

Attorney Derek DePetrillo graduated from the Massachusetts School of Law in 2007 and was admitted to practice law in the State of Massachusetts in 2007. Mr. DePetrillo is also licensed in many federal jurisdictions across the United States.

Mr. DePetrillo has been assisting consumers with consumer protection since 2010. Mr. DePetrillo’s main area of practice is under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Mr. DePetrillo has filed countless lawsuits and arbitration claims against debt collectors and banks. Mr. DePetrillo fights for the little people who have had their rights violated and need a helping hand to guide them through the stressful times of debt collection.