An object at rest stays at rest, Isaac Newton famously proved. And for many otherwise-savvy B2B businesses, the object most likely to be perennially obstructed by inertia tends to be their accounts receivable (AR) function.
Data transparency isn’t just compliance. It's a trust-building strategy that enhances brand loyalty, empowers customers with control and delivers lasting value.
On October 18, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed a district court’s vacatur of a maritime attachment order, providing a detailed analysis of the requirements for personal and in rem jurisdiction over attached property under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) filed a proposed order to resolve its case against Townstone Financial for discriminatory lending practices and redlining African American neighborhoods in Chicago. If entered by the court, the proposed order would prohibit Townstone from taking any actions that violate the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) and require the company to pay a $105,000 penalty to the CFPB’s victims relief fund.
In the landscape of debt settlement, the California DFPI’s latest guidelines mark a serious shift towards heightened consumer protection. These comprehensive regulations emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and fair treatment within the debt settlement industry, aiming to bolster consumer trust and accountability. As those in the debt settlement ecosystem navigate these changes, understanding the implications of the guidelines is essential for ensuring compliance while fostering positive consumer experiences..
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