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Welcome to the Protecting Consumer Rights Blog...

You have rights when a debt collector is pursuing you. SmithMarco, P.C., has over 30 years of combined experience practicing law protecting the rights of consumers around the country.

Contact us for a free case review to determine if your Fair Debt Collection Practices Act rights were violated. 

Being Sued for a Debt - Review Your Options

You are being sued for an old debt.  Don't ignore the lawsuit, review all your options and the outcome will be more positive.Read More...

Phony Debt Collectors

Are you getting calls from a collection agency for a debt you can't remember?  Do they threaten arrest or a lawsuit for failure to pay?  Be careful - there are many fake debt collectors out there.Read More...

Not All Debt Collection Activity is Illegal

Debt collectors can be pushy in their collection efforts.  Learn what tactics cross the line and violate your rights as a consumer so you can be prepared.Read More...

The Fair Credit Billing Act Continued

Read about the regulations of the FCBA and how the Act is enforced.Read More...