Category Archives: Improper Repossession
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
Wells Fargo Settles Lawsuit Over Deficient Repossession Notices
Wells Fargo agrees to a $95M settlement in a lawsuit over inadequate repossession notices, including...
Nov
Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals Grants Police Officer Qualified Immunity in Improper Repossession Lawsuit
The Fourth Circuit grants a police officer qualified immunity in a lawsuit over improper repossession...
Nov
Federal Court Sends Improper Repossession to Arbitration Despite Lien Being Paid Off
Court orders arbitration in wrongful repossession dispute where the vehicle had been fully paid off...
Nov
Improper Repossession Lawsuit Requires Proof of Financial Institution’s Direct Involvement
In Flowers v. Kia, court dismisses lawsuit due to lack of evidence linking Kia Financial...
Oct
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