National Grid USA Service Company Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) Violation Lawsuit

Nightingale v. National Grid USA Service Company, Inc. Case Information

• Case Number: 1:19-cv-12341
• Case Status: Case is in Progress (Last Update: July 3, 2024)
• Court: United States District Court, District of Massachusetts
• Filed: October 10, 2018

Client of Lemberg Law, Robert Nightingale, brings this class action lawsuit against National Grid USA Service Company, Inc. Nightingale claims National Grid engaged in unlawful debt collection practices. He seeks damages and an injunction to stop these practices.

The Complaint

Plaintiff Robert Nightingale filed a Class Action Complaint against National Grid USA Service Company, Inc. Nightingale alleges that National Grid violated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) by sending misleading and confusing debt collection letters. The letters failed to clearly state the amount of the debt owed. They also did not inform Nightingale of his right to dispute the debt within 30 days. National Grid’s letters created a false sense of urgency, pressuring consumers to pay quickly.

National Grid USA Service Company is a utility company. They sent debt collection letters to Nightingale and other consumers that contained inconsistent and vague information. Nightingale received a letter that did not specify the amount owed and lacked essential disclosures required by the FDCPA. The company used deceptive language, making it unclear how to dispute the debt. Nightingale claims this caused confusion and distress.

Nightingale aims to represent a class of individuals who received similar misleading debt collection letters. He highlights his own experience of receiving a confusing letter from National Grid. Despite attempting to understand and dispute the debt, the letter’s lack of clear information hindered his efforts. Other consumers have reported similar experiences, indicating a pattern of misleading practices.

Claims for Relief

Nightingale seeks several forms of relief: an injunction to prevent further violations, statutory damages for each misleading letter, punitive damages for willful violations, attorneys’ fees, costs, and any other appropriate relief. He also demands a jury trial for all counts in the complaint. The relief aims to compensate affected individuals and enforce stricter compliance with debt collection laws.

Legal Assistance

If you have received misleading debt collection letters from National Grid USA Service Company, call us today at 855-301-2100 to inquire about joining the lawsuit.