Fair Credit Reporting Laws in a Nutshell

Federal and state fair credit reporting statutes promote the accuracy and privacy of information kept and distributed by the nation's consumer reporting companies by defining how information must be recorded, verified and safeguarded. These requirements are critical as the accuracy of your credit report can affect whether you qualify for a loan and at what interest rate, and the privacy of your information guards against identity theft, a very serious problem today that can ultimately affect your ability to get credit, insurance, or even a job. Credit reporting violations include where your credit report contains information that is inaccurate or incomplete, disputed or outdated. Violations of these statutes require compensation to you for the damages suffered plus an additional amount up to $1,000 per violation, attorney fees and court costs, and often more importantly, allow you to correct and protect your credit report in the future.

To learn more about your fair credit rights, click here to visit FairCreditForConsumers.com. Or, if you think you are a victim of unfair credit reporting practices, click here to locate a FREE* Fair Credit For Consumers attorney, complete the form to the right for a free Fair Credit case review, or call 888 595 9111 to submit your information. Your inquiry will be personally reviewed by an experienced attorney and you will be quickly contacted with an opinion of your situation.