AcctCorp of Southern Nevada is a debt collection agency which appears to have received a large amount of complaints alleging violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Find out who they are, why they might be calling, and how you can stop them.
AcctCorp of Southern Nevada is a debt collections agency based in Las Vegas, Nevada. It appears as though there are a variety of different complaints against Account Control Systems alleging violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) including, failing to communicate debt to the debtor, falsifying credit reports and committing fraud and abuse. If you have been contacted by this debt collector, make sure you understand your rights before taking action.
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They’re legit. AcctCorp of Southern Nevada can be considered a legitimate collections company due to the fact that it has been in business for 20 years. Therefore, it is unwise to ignore the need to resolve your debt and write off AcctCorp of Southern Nevada as a scam. AcctCorp was incorporated on February 9th, 1995 and was officially started on December 27th, 2000. The collections business has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau since February 8th, 2012 and it has received an A+” rating from the BBB. According to the AcctCorp website, the company takes its professionalism incredibly seriously, writing, “Each account assigned receives the same service and attention, insuring each client receives optimal service and results. The actions of our staff is a reflection of our public image. Therefore we conduct our activities in an ethical, discrete and professional manner, as an extension of your organization.” Some complainants feel as though this vision has not been achieved by AcctCorp of Southern Nevada.
In regard to the collection company’s qualifications, according to their website, AcctCorp holds an, “upstanding position with the American Collectors Association”. The company also claims that AcctCorp is one of the only collection agencies in the United States with an “A+” rating from the Better Business Bureau. There was no additional information available on the revenue and employee base of the business.
AcctCorp of Southern Nevada specializes in collections for a variety of different clientele. The industries that AcctCorp works within include: “leading healthcare, commercial, retail, and financial institutions”. AcctCorp believes that the diverse nature of their business allows the company to tailor their work to each specific client. In respect to the services provided by this collection company, AcctCorp of Southern Nevada utilizes data entry, mailings, and personal contact to meet the protocols of their business. In addition to the use of these processes, AcctCorp also highlights their objectives on the company’s website, which include the need to, “Validate the debt per the prescript regarding third party collections, collect payments in full as soon as possible, set up “partial payment” arrangements with your approval, and gather pertinent information for possible legal action”. Because there is such a wide range in the types of clients that AcctCorp collects for, it is important to understand what area of collections your debt comes from. Ultimately, it is wisest to confirm which debt is specifically owed and to whom when inquiring about your debt. Inquiring as soon as possible is the smartest move to make, and if you feel as though this company has breached their FDCPA rights be sure to contact an attorney to help you file a lawsuit.
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AcctCorp has received a number of complaints across the internet, including the well established, BBB.org. While the company’s BBB page appears to be very impressive, boasting an accreditation and an “A+” rating, there are still a number of complaints posted on the webpage for AcctCorp. AcctCorp has received 3 complaints closed in last 3 years and 1 complaint closed in last 12 months on the BBB website. While AcctCorp of Southern Nevada has spent time responding to these complaints on the BBB website, the existence of these complaints has seriously harmed AcctCorp’s reputation within the collections world. On top of the BBB.org complaints, Acct Corp has also received 10 reviews on Google Reviews, amounting to a 1.8 star review, 3 reviews on Wallethub, creating an overall 3.7 star review, as well as 3 reviews on Yelp amounting to a total 1.0 star review. More seriously, AcctCorp could have also been a part of a variety of lawsuits, sanctions, and penalties. Take a look at the Public Access to Court Electronic Records (“PACER”), which reports all federal complaints within the U.S. federal system’s docket, to find out.
AcctCorp of Southern Nevada cannot make empty threats to sue you or garnish your wages because it is illegal. However, be aware that it is not uncommon for debt collection agencies to summon debtors to court and garnish wages after a default judgement. If AcctCorp cannot verify your debt or you may not owe said debt, they will likely choose not to sue. However, if they are able to do so it is the wisest option to contact an attorney preemptively to ensure the safety of your assets and rights. Lemberg Law has helped thousands of consumers fight back against these cases of fraudulent collection practices. Call us today to find out how we can help you resolve this issue.
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Unlawful Debt Harassment? Learn the Law & Sue the Collector.
Absolutely. You can sue a debt collector. Here is a sample complaint:
A complainant explained that AcctCorp of Southern Nevada placed collections on their credit report. The complainant understands that this is a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act if the collection is done without the consumer’s knowledge. The complainant never received a letter about this collection and therefore claims that AcctCorp of Nevada violated the FDCPA. The complainant is also concerned that because there is no verification from the Secretary of State that AcctCorp is a registered business, that they are additionally violating another section of the FDCPA. There is essentially a 30 day time period required by law for the consumer to either dispute or validate the alleged debt, and the complainant was not awarded this time because he/she never received a letter acknowledging the debt. The complainant is aware that, “According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Section 609 (a)(1)(A), the collections business is required by federal law to verify – through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract – any and all accounts posted on a credit report”. The complainant also explains that, “AcctCorp of Southern Nevada is also attempting to collect twice for the same business and account using different business names”. The complainant has still never received any communication from either company. In sum, the client would like both of these accounts to be deleted immediately and this problem resolved.
If you find yourself allegedly indebted to AcctCorp of Southern Nevada, it is important that you learn to protect yourself by understanding your rights when it comes to collections companies. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act protects citizen like you from the abuses and misconduct of collection agencies. You can find these rights listed on the Federal Trade Commission’s website under, “Debt Collection FAQs”. Do not forget that you also have additional rights other than those listed under the FDCPA. These supplementary rights include those enumerated in the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and the Consumer Financial Protection Act (CFPA).
Yes, you can sue. If you would like to be able to recover your damages and protect yourself as an individual, you ideally should. The correct action to take when your FDCPA rights are breached is to sue. Federal laws protect citizens like you from these fraudulent practices. You should choose to award yourself the ability to defend your rights and receive compensation by suing if you feel as though these rights have been violated. Individuals like you can recover damages of up to $1,000, plus attorney fees and court costs.
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Sergei Lemberg is an attorney focusing on consumer law, class actions related to automotive issues, and personal injury litigation. With nearly two decades of experience, his areas of practice include Lemon Law (vehicle defects), Debt Collection Harassment, TCPA (illegal robocalls and texts), Fair Credit Reporting Act, Overtime claims, Personal Injury cases, and Class Actions. He has consistently been recognized as the nation's "most active consumer attorney." In 2020, Mr. Lemberg represented Noah Duguid before the United States Supreme Court in the landmark case Duguid v. Facebook. He is also the author of "Defanging Debt Collectors," a guide that empowers consumers to fight back against debt collectors and prevail, as well as "Lemon Law 101: The Laws That Lemon Dealers Don't Want You to Know."
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