Author Archives: Administrator
How to Check Vehicle Titles, Ownership and Avoid Fraud in Illinois
Learn how to check vehicle titles ownership and avoid legal or financial risks when buying...
Jan
Chavez v. Ford Motor Credit: Arizona’s Self-Help Statute and FDCPA in Repossession
Chavez v. Ford highlights repossession laws in Arizona, the FDCPA, and what constitutes a breach...
Jan
Wiley v. On Point Recovery: Legal Aspects of Repossession in Arizona
Wiley v. On Point Recovery highlights repossession practices under Arizona's laws and consumer protections.
Jan
Are Starter Interruption Devices Legal for Late Payments and/or Repossession?
Learn about the legality of starter interruption devices in auto loans for late payments and/or...
Jan
How Widespread are The Questionable Practices in Auto Loan Servicing That Gave Rise a $42 Million Fine?
CFPB fines USASF $42M for auto loan violations, including wrongful repossessions, billing errors, and illegal...
Dec
Fifth Third Bank Agreed to $15M Fine for Illegal Repossessions and Duplicative Insurance Practices
Fifth Third Bank agreed to $15M fine for violating consumer laws through illegal repossessions and...
Dec
Registered Owner Entitled to Punitive Damages for Improper Repossession of Paid-Off Vehicle
A wrongful repossession of a paid-off car led to damages for the lender's improper actions,...
Nov
Mere Presence of A Police Officer May Be A Constitutional Violation in A Vehicle Repossession
Police presence during repossession may violate due process rights, as highlighted in Murray v. Poani...
Nov
Illinois Requires Specific Notice for Vehicle Repossession
Illinois enforces strict notice rules for vehicle repossession, protecting owners' rights as shown in Patrick...
Nov
Recovery of Repair Damages Requires Direct and Proximate Cause
Restitution for vehicle impoundment and repair costs must result directly from the defendant’s criminal actions,...
Nov