Important notice for current and former customers of Flagstar Bank: You may be a victim of a serious data breach! Don’t delay. Protect yourself and your family. Contact DannLaw TODAY! Flagstar Bank recently announced that it allowed hackers to steal the social security numbers, first and last names, phone numbers, and home addresses of current and former customers. The victims include people whose mortgages were sold to Flagstar without their consent or knowledge. There are also reports that … [Read more...] about An important notice for current and former customers of Flagstar Bank: You may be a victim of a serious data breach! Don’t delay. Protect yourself and your family. Contact DannLaw TODAY!
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DannLaw Covid-19 Update 13
A lot has changed since we posted our last update. A new president is in the White House, mortgage forbearance programs and foreclosure moratoriums have been extended by the federal government, a $1.9 trillion stimulus package is working its way through Congress, millions of Americans have been vaccinated against the coronavirus and the entire U.S. population may be inoculated by early summer. For the first time in a very long time, there is light at the end of the COVID … [Read more...] about DannLaw Covid-19 Update 13
DannLaw COVID-19 Update 12–Finally, a New Stimulus Package
Hello, happy holidays, and welcome to DannLaw COVID-19 update 12. In this edition, I’ll unwrap the details of the long-overdue stimulus package that was just passed by Congress and signed by the President. While the 5,600-page bill doesn’t contain anything that would set 12 lords to leaping or qualify as tidings of great joy, it does provide some much-needed financial relief and protection for consumers, workers, and homeowners impacted by the ongoing pandemic. Direct Payments Like the … [Read more...] about DannLaw COVID-19 Update 12–Finally, a New Stimulus Package
Brian Flick named consumer law “SuperLawyer”
One of America's most prestigious attorney rating services has just confirmed what his colleagues at DannLaw and the thousands of clients he has represented have long known: Brian Flick is a "SuperLawyer" in the field of consumer law. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multi-phase process that combines peer nominations and evaluations with independent research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of professional achievement. Those who score highest then undergo a “blue … [Read more...] about Brian Flick named consumer law “SuperLawyer”
DannLaw, Pacific Legal Foundation petition U.S. Supreme Court to rule Cuyahoga County Board of Revision property seizures are illegal, violate Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments
Three years ago, Elliot Feltner of Cleveland, Ohio, lost a building he inherited from his late wife’s father along with nearly $80,000 in equity when the Cuyahoga County Board of Revision (BOR) used an obscure Ohio law to seize the property in order to satisfy a tax delinquency. A team of attorneys representing Mr. Feltner has now asked the U.S. Supreme Court to rule on the constitutionality of the administrative foreclosure process that has had a devastating impact on residents of Ohio and more … [Read more...] about DannLaw, Pacific Legal Foundation petition U.S. Supreme Court to rule Cuyahoga County Board of Revision property seizures are illegal, violate Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments
You’re invited to attend the free virtual world premiere of the “The Con” on August 5
I was Ohio’s Attorney General when the fraud-driven collapse of the housing market documented in “The Con” began. I’m proud to say that my office was at the forefront of the effort to hold the big banks, predatory lenders, rating agencies, mortgage brokers, stock and bond speculators, brokerage firms, real estate appraisers and others who ignited the near-collapse of the global economy accountable for their actions. The things I learned as we investigated the mortgage industry were extremely … [Read more...] about You’re invited to attend the free virtual world premiere of the “The Con” on August 5
COVID-19 Update 10–forbearance, evictions, collections, and more
A lot has happened since we issued our first COVID-19 on March 13. In our tenth update we’ll take a look at recent developments, discuss impending challenges and opportunities, issue a couple warnings, and dispense some sage advice… Involuntary Forbearance can threaten your financial future Let’s start with a cautionary tale about involuntary mortgage forbearance. As we’ve said repeatedly, while it can be a lifesaver for people who are facing financial disaster as a result of the pandemic, … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Update 10–forbearance, evictions, collections, and more
DannLaw scores impressive win over NCSLT, student loan firm ordered to refund $15,000 to borrower
At DannLaw we devote considerable time and attention to one of the most challenging areas of consumer law: student loans. That’s why we are particularly pleased and proud to announce that we recently scored an impressive victory for a client in Common Pleas Court. Our client had been sued by National Collegiate Student Loan Trust (NCSLT), his private student loan lender. The company secured a $42,781.02 judgment against him in 2016 when he did not appear for a hearing on the case. There was … [Read more...] about DannLaw scores impressive win over NCSLT, student loan firm ordered to refund $15,000 to borrower
Supreme Court ruling that CFPB may continue to operate is win for consumers, major blow to lenders, scam artists
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Seila Law v. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau marked the culmination of a years-long attack against the agency by the business community, Congressional Republicans, and the Trump administration. It also provided a major dose of “be careful what you wish for because you just might get it” for the powerful forces who have been trying to destroy the CFPB since it was created in the wake of the collapse of the nation’s housing market in … [Read more...] about Supreme Court ruling that CFPB may continue to operate is win for consumers, major blow to lenders, scam artists
DannLaw acquires Zingarelli Law Office in move that will strengthen firm’s business bankruptcy practice
Founder Marc Dann and Managing Partners Brian Flick and Javier Merino are pleased to announce that DannLaw has acquired the Zingarelli Law Office, one of the Cincinnati area’s most highly respected consumer and small business bankruptcy law firms. Atty. Nick Zignarelli, who will work with DannLaw on an “of counsel” basis, has been widely recognized for his work in bankruptcy and consumer law. He is rated 10 out of a possible 10 by Avvo, has been named a top rated bankruptcy attorney by Super … [Read more...] about DannLaw acquires Zingarelli Law Office in move that will strengthen firm’s business bankruptcy practice