Debt Collection Self-Defense

Here, Brian breaks down how he fought back against Ally Bank and their unnecessary lawsuit against a client who did not have the property that Ally Bank and its attorneys were telling the court that the client would not return.  The lawsuit turned Ally Bank into a debt collector with the "mini-Miranda" warning that did not need to be on the pleadings. The video also breaks down the diffe...

Here, Brian takes the Rule of Five Techniques and applies them to a real life deponent so you can see the before and after of someone not trained properly vs a recipient of the Rule of Five Techniques. Note the time differences of the two depositions. You also see Brian training a deponent with the Techniques. Attached will be the important show notes and another Rule of Five Video. Enjoy. A Guide...

Here, Brian shows you the hows and the whys of doing Exhibit and Witness and Expert Lists and how to meet or get around deadlines (don't do this). It again is all about the Counter Affidavit and the new emphasis, the Forward Flow Agreement. Us it or lose it. Good luck. A Guide to Collection Self Defense: Books 1, 2, & 3 are OUT NOW!! Find them on Amazon, B&N, Apple Books, and Gumroad....

Forced into Arbitration? Here is what Brian does to set up the Arbitrator in keeping them within the straight and narrow and overturn the Arbitration Award if it goes against you. This video provides proactive steps and requests to also set up the court if it uses Arbitration as a "docket clearer." Two helpful Supreme Court decisions are mentioned along with a Killer Letter and Two Motio...

Brian brings you a collection defense to a Troy Capital and Santander deficiency debt seeking a Deficiency Judgment against a debtor. The lawsuit has huge holes in it and the supporting documentation is terrible and false. It all ends up in your counter affidavit and that ends up in your Answer and Affirmative Defenses. Use their documents against them.  A Guide to Collection Self Defense: Books 1...

Here, Brian applies the information from the previous video, "Collection Defense Against Portfolio Recovery with the $24 Million Consent Order" to an actual case. See the emails he sent to the PRA threatening to use it (appropriately) in a counterclaim if they don't settle the case for a mutual walkaway. The Consent Order shows you how to use the missing "OLAD" and you use...

Here, Brian examines how Mandarich Law Group handles their collection lawsuits and finds flaws in their pleadings and supporting documents that may help you win or settle your collection case. Go for any weakness they have victimize them the same way they would victimize you. There are Word Documents accompanying the video for creating your Counter Affidavit, Answer and Counterclaim against Mandar...

This is Brian's take on the CFPB's $24 million Consent Order against PRA as he looks at both sides of the Order and why it is overreaching by a governmental agency and PRA does have a right to complain about having to do something well beyond what the FDCPA requires, it is a good thing to settle or win your case. Use it or lose it. Good luck. PRE REGISTER FOR THE LIVE Q&A HERE - http...

Here, Brian provides an application of the instructions from the other video on filing a Motion for More Definite Statement with a real case he just filed against Velocity along with the Motion to Dismiss. See why and how he does this. See also the Show Notes from the first video. Thank you. PRE REGISTER FOR THE LIVE Q&A HERE - https://collectionstoppersolutions.com/programs/qanda6 A Guide to...

This was a live event! Thank you to everyone who came and asked questions. Keep an eye out for the next one.  For all documents and forms please visit the membership website at www.collectionstoppersolutions.com A Guide to Collection Self Defense: Books 1, 2, & 3 are OUT NOW!! Find them on Amazon, B&N, Apple Books, and Gumroad. Please remember that anyone viewing or listening to this infor...

Here, Brian responds to members' requests on how collection discovery is answered with his approach going back to the original filing: The Counter Affidavit that states and shows the debt collector has not met their burden of proof in showing they have standing to sue you. So, why should you answer discovery helping them to prove their case? You should not but through the prism of your state&...

Here, Brian shows you how he files a Motion for More Definite Statement before he Answers the lawsuit and why he does it. It is all about using their documents against them. You want that Forward Flow Agreement. It is the Debt Buyer's Achilles heal. They don't want to give this up. So is their bad and ambiguous pleadings they file every day that you can file your motion against and take...

Brian adds to the message from his "Top Ten Tips Quick Tips to Win in Court" with a Free PDF Cheat Sheet on how to talk in Court and take away the nervousness while taking control of the first court appearance or Pre-Trial. Lots of good tips in this video that build on the preparation you learned about in the First video. Get rid of the nervousness and anxiety by following these guidelin...

Here, Brian provides another Free Cheat Sheet and this time it is how to spot bad Bill of Sales and use the bad documents against the collection lawsuit against you. Look for the Who, What, What, Why, How and When. Dates and location matters. Always ask for the Forward Flow Agreement. They don't want you to have it and will help settle your case. Good luck.  PRE REGISTER FOR THE LIVE Q&A...

Using the debt collector's documents against them, Brian further illustrates the power of Counter Affidavits for Defaults and getting your "Day in Court" and how again, the Counter Affidavit in a Set Aside Motion follows you into your Defense, Affirmative Defenses and Counterclaim and beyond.  PRE REGISTER FOR THE LIVE Q&A HERE - https://collectionstoppersolutions.com/programs/d...

Here, Brian uses his recent defense of a UHG lawsuit to emphasize the need to use the Counter Affidavit that is created from the defective documents and pleadings of the debt collector. Once you have the Counter Affidavit done, you have most of the case done. It is always there for you for defense of your case or in suing the debt collector in a counter claim.  PRE REGISTER FOR THE LIVE Q&A HE...

Here, Brian shows you the art of creating the Counter Affidavit from the Collector's own documents as stated previously with other debt buyer lawsuits. Again, this company is the mirror of LVNV in practice and with the same documents. This is an easy one to defeat as their own records doom them from the start. Brian specifically breaks down the collector allegations and matches them with the...

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Here, Brian introduces us to a debt buyer and collector that he has not done much work against up until now. But, like all other debt buyers, "we use their own documents against them." We reviewed the lawsuit, and we put all the defects in their complaint pleadings and their documentation into our counter affidavit. Then, all the work from the counter affidavit "plonks" into th...

Brian revisits the Taking of a Winning Deposition Video with a 2.0 version designed to focus on how to "win" a deposition with useful hints and tips that are designed to help you set your deposition goals. Remember, Why, What, Where, When and Who. Never go wrong when asking these five questions. It is the new Rule of Five for Taking depositions. Good hunting. Registration link - https://...

Here, Brian tells you how he wrote his latest appeal and why. He provides a Word Template to help get you started with the framework for your own appeal. You also hear tips on writing and the best way to focus on the issues in your Appeal. Like a long workout you don't look forward to, it is hard but worthwhile work once you get started. Hope the templates help. Good luck. See the full video...

On June 21, 2024 at 2pm (ET) we will have an actual, working, debt collection attorney available for your Q&A. Sign up now. Ask him anything. This meeting is being held via Zoom, use the link below to register and join the meeting when it begins. Have your questions ready to go! See you then for this one-of-a-kind, live event. Registration link - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_M7z...

Here, Brian shows you how he defends against Barclays Bank Delaware with a mixture of securitization, the dearth of information in the pleadings and the failure of the Plaintiff to provide any support for its lawsuit or even mention the word "debt." Brian also provides directions on if you want to research securitization. Good luck.   See the full video here! https://collectionstoppersol...

Here, Brian gives you his time-tested protections against the deposition from a seasoned credit attorney and eliminates the anxiety and fear of being interrogated. Turn it all around with the Rule of Five. You will love it! Use the Rule of Five skills in your life too.  PRE REGISTER FOR THE LIVE Q&A HERE - https://collectionstoppersolutions.com/programs/debtqa5 A Guide to Collection Self Defen...

Here, Brian introduces the enormous impact of the Counter Affidavit based upon the debt collector's own documents and pleadings and how the Counter Affidavit provides 80% of the work you have to do in defense of a claim and your own counterclaim. Done right, the Counter Affidavit is the genesis of your eventual win when done right. Good luck. See the full video here! https://collectionstopper...