How Does One Stop A Collection Agency From Harassing Calls
The way to stop a collection agency from calling/harassing is to ask for proof of validation. A collection agency may not contact a debtor until this validation (and verification) process has been completed. If a collection agency continues to call - one is entitled to $1,000 per violation (per call), so be sure to record every call as proof of such violations in court!
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