Los Angeles Collection Service Phone Harassment?
Is Los Angeles Collection Service harassing you with constant phone calls? 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? If so what they are doing is illegal and needs to stop. You have the legal right to stop them phone 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.
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, also known as the FDCPA, protects consumers’ rights in the context of debt collection. In other words, debt collectors must adhere to a certain set of rules when they are pursuing consumers who owe money. If a collector violates the FDCPA, you can sue the collector in court. The law allows consumers who have been victims of harassment from debt collectors to get the calls to stop in addition to recover statutory damages of up to $1,000, plus attorney fees and court costs.
Is Los Angeles Collection Service a scam?
According to the Better Business Bureau website, They have been in business since 1975.
Los Angeles Collection Service Better Business Bureau
What is Los Angeles Collection Service?
They have served the community and the industry for over 35 years. Services include NO Collection – NO Charge, Medical, Retail, Commercial, NSF/Returned Checks, Judgments, Phone Check System capabilities and credit cards, Criss-Cross Directory service, Skip tracing, Close liaison with private investigators in researching assets, etc.
Address: 2140 Westwood Blvd Suite 222
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: (310) 474-0175
Los Angeles Collection Service Phone Harassment Examples
If they engages in any of the following tactics, you may have a case:
- Using profanity or abusive language
- Calling you before 8:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m.
- Calling you multiple times per week
- Talking to others about your debt
- Calling your workplace
- Threatening to sue you, harm you, or destroy your credit
- Telling you or anyone else that you’ve committed a crime
- Calling repeatedly for the wrong person
- Failing to notify you of your right to dispute the debt
- Trying to collect more than legally allowed
Known Los Angeles Collection Service Collection Call Numbers
Are you receiving any harassing phone calls from any of the following numbers?
(310) 474-0175
If the answer is yes, then you are receiving calls from a known Los Angeles Collection Service Collection number. You may be a victim of Los Angeles Collection Service Collection phone harassment. The list above is not all the numbers that Los Angeles Collection Service Collection uses. The calls can be from a different number and it still be Los Angeles Collection Service Collection calling you. Contact our office right away so we can start the process to stop them from calling you illegally. Above all, no one should live with harassment!
Common Questions:
Is Los Angeles Collection Service Collection a scam? No, They have been in business since 1975.
Can they Collection seize my property? They can’t seize your property, but there are some exceptions. If the debt was tied to the property the collector may be able to repossess it. Or, if the collector has sued and obtain a judgment against you, the debt collector may be able to take certain property as permitted by the court.
Can they sue me? Yes, They can sue you so long as the debt is within the statute of limitations.
Can they report my debt to the collections bureaus? Yes, Debt collectors are allowed to place the collection account on your credit report
Can they arrest me? Debt collectors don’t have the authority to have you arrested for a debt. However, if you violate a court order, e.g. an order to appear in court, the judge can issue a warrant for your arrest. Depending on the laws in your state, you may be arrested for certain debts like unpaid child support or traffic tickets.
The following is a sample list of complaints filed against Los Angeles Collection Service and can be found on Pacer.org.
2:17-cv-03161-R-RAO Cindy Pickett v. Marilyn Zabel et al.
CONSUMER RIGHTS LAW FIRM, PLLC
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 them harassment. Our office has been assisting consumers since 2010. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
Consumer Rights Law Firm Better Business Bureau
If you are interested in learning more about how to safeguard yourself and prevent even more harassment from Los Angeles Collection Service, call us at (877)700-5790 for immediate assistance or visit our website at www.consumerlawfirmcenter.com
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Check out a links below for more information:
https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/debt-collection-faqs
FAQ:
Q1: How to stop harassing phone calls from debt collectors?
A1: You can stop debt collection harassment by knowing your FDCPA rights. Debt collectors cannot threaten, curse, or call repeatedly. Contact Consumer Rights Law Firm to stop the calls and hold collectors accountable for violations.
Q2: How to stop harassment from collection agency?
A2: Keep records of all interactions, including calls and letters. File complaints with the FTC or your state attorney general, and contact a consumer law attorney to file a lawsuit for FDCPA violations and stop the harassment.
Q3: Why am I getting calls from a collection agency?
A3: You may be getting calls from a collection agency like Los Angeles Collection Service if you have an unpaid debt or a mistaken identity case. Collectors are allowed to contact you but cannot use threats or intimidation.
Q4: Can I ignore collection calls?
A4: Ignoring collection calls is not recommended. Instead, request debt validation in writing and document all communication. You can also tell the collector to stop calling you under FDCPA regulations.
Q5: Is Los Angeles Collection Service a scam?
A5: No, Los Angeles Collection Service is not a scam. They have been in business since 1975 and provide debt collection services for medical, retail, and commercial clients. However, they must follow federal collection laws.
Q6: What are examples of Los Angeles Collection Service phone harassment?
A6: Examples include repeated calls, use of profanity, threats, calling before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m., or discussing your debt with others. These actions violate the FDCPA and can lead to legal consequences.
Q7: Can Los Angeles Collection Service sue me?
A7: Yes, they can sue you if your debt is valid and within the statute of limitations. However, they cannot threaten lawsuits or use scare tactics to force payment. Always verify the debt before taking action.
Q8: Can Los Angeles Collection Service seize my property?
A8: Debt collectors cannot seize your property unless they obtain a court judgment against you. Even then, only specific property types may be taken as allowed by law, such as in cases tied to secured debts.
Q9: Can Los Angeles Collection Service report my debt to credit bureaus?
A9: Yes, debt collectors are legally allowed to report your unpaid debts to credit bureaus. This can affect your credit score, so it’s important to verify and address the debt quickly to avoid lasting damage.
Q10: How can Consumer Rights Law Firm PLLC assist with Los Angeles Collection Service?
A10: Consumer Rights Law Firm PLLC helps you stop illegal debt collection harassment, file FDCPA claims, and recover up to $1,000 in damages. They handle communication, negotiate settlements, and protect your consumer rights.