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New Orleans agency owner pockets payments

A debt collector who stole more than $65,000 from the agency he owned was arrested last week, according to the Times-Picayune.Clark J. Pellegrin of Houma, Louisiana, is being held on $30,000 bond after it was revealed that he collected $65,593

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Navigating Trust: Understanding the Vital Role of FCRA Compliance in Background Checks

In today's day and age, businesses and organizations rely heavily on background checks to make informed decisions about potential employees, tenants, and partners. According to 2022 industry data, 93% of organizations conduct a background check before hiring an individual. These checks are essential for maintaining safety, security, and integrity within various sectors.

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Oregon cracks down on unscrupulous debt collection tactics

According to the Portland Business Journal, Minnesota debt collector Allied Interstate, Incorporated has agreed to pay a $90,000 fine and put a stop to its abusive collection practices in Oregon - a powerful reminder of the importance of adhering

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Police candidates in California face tough background screening process

People in California wanting to pursue a career in law enforcement must go through a long process before they can get started. In addition to rigorous training, people who hope to get a law enforcement position in the Golden State must pass

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FTC announces top consumer complaints of 2010

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission recently unveiled its top consumer complaints from 2010 - with identity theft topping the list for the 11th straight year.The FTC said that it had received some 1.34 million consumer complaints during 2010

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Illinois attorney general comes out with top consumer complaints of 2010

The attorney general in Illinois recently came out with a list that rated debt-related firms as the No. 1 business when it came to consumer complaints.Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan said in a statement that many in the state were struggling

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