this company uses highly illegal collection tactics. I worked in the industry for a good amount of time recently so I know a bad collection company when I hear it. Real old account way past the statue of limitations plus I disputed. because it was fraud popped up with this agency. They left an illegal message on my house phone indicating I'm getting sued. Then saying its in regards to collection of a debt. it is well known these messages need to be structured a certain way otherwise its illegal if someone hears it other then you or if it indicates false information/misleading information. I called back and Mike Friton claimed a lawsuit was filed against me. he said i committed fraud when i didnt pay the bill without ever asking why it wasnt paid. highly illegal.
Never verified who I was or even gave a mini miranda or indicated it was a recorded phone line (at least he didn't say it was untill the end which is illegal per federal wire tapping laws). So I sent the message and a description to my lawyer and we should be filing suite and then I'm reporting to the CFPB (consumer financial protection bureau). Mr. Fritton might not have to pay but ill make sure the owners of the company are pointed out for fraudulent collection practices. I kind of hope they don't pay after the verdict so I can request a sherriff come out and start pulling company property for an auction. Anyone want to buy a slightly used cubical.
Also I worked in the industry and was successful without ever giving anyone a hard time like that. Collectors like this really make it hard for those trying to make a living in that industry while doing it the right way. If someone cant pay or claiming fraud id just educate them the best I could so they could make an informed decision. Then if there was still an issue I would wish good luck and move on. Thanks to you guys I now know where they are out of and know NY has very strict collection laws so.i feel this company is looking at more then just a simple FDCPA violation pay out.
SCAM! Mike, Ross and Dan Shapiro all leave intimidating messages about a lawsuit and a Bridget Donnley. You call and they want personal info but refuse to give any info about their company. Several phone numbers are used 716-829-1863 and 1-866-803-2879. We don't know a Bridget. They call your home and cell phones
This guy has my credit score...told me I had an unpaid balance from 2004 for $1,429.36
Says he represents a law firm.
Wants me to settle up front by end of the month or it goes to court...
Fast talker....doesn't let you speak they can resolve "my case" for $500.00 by end of month...his supervisor a female talks even faster...asked me to pay now...or it moves forward..
I'm like OK....I am not going to pay and they hung up....I told them I can have my attorney call them back to speak on my behalf and she hung up.
These people call and call and call. They contact relatives, relative's friends, etc. State how much you owe to them. Leave threats. All illegal. I owe nobody nothing and believe someone set this up to harass.
Oddly enough, they said I owe the same amount posted above.