Credit Repair Scams - Get Your Money Back
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Signs of a Credit Repair Scam
If a company promised to fix your credit but charged you illegal fees, you have rights.
Upfront Fees
Charging you BEFORE they have successfully removed negative items from your credit report.
Guaranteed Results
Promising to remove accurate negative information or increase your score by a specific amount.
Misleading Claims
Claiming to be affiliated with the government or credit bureaus.
New Identity Schemes
Telling you to apply for an EIN or CPN to create a 'new' credit file (this is fraud).
The Process
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We File Suit
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Did a credit repair company promise to fix your credit, take your money, and do nothing? You are not alone.
The credit repair industry is rife with scams. But here is the good news: Federal law (CROA) strictly prohibits credit repair companies from charging ANY fees until they have completed the work.
If you paid upfront fees, monthly subscriptions before results, or were promised "guaranteed" removal of accurate debts, you have been scammed. Hyslip Legal sues these companies to get your money back, plus punitive damages. You pay nothing for our help.
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The Credit Repair Organizations Act (CROA)
The Credit Repair Organizations Act (CROA) is a federal law designed to protect consumers from deceptive credit repair services. It sets strict rules for how these companies can operate.
The most important rule is simple: No Upfront Fees.
The Law (15 U.S.C. § 1679b): No credit repair organization may charge or receive any money or other valuable consideration for the performance of any service which the credit repair organization has agreed to perform for any consumer before such service is fully performed.
This means monthly subscription fees for "future work" are often illegal. Setup fees are illegal. "Audit" fees are illegal.
Is this happening to you?
You may be entitled to compensation of $500–$1,500 per violation.
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Watch out for these red flags. If you see them, you likely have a case:
1. The "Upfront Fee" Trap
They ask for $100, $500, or even thousands of dollars to "start" the process. They might call it a "setup fee," "audit fee," or "document preparation fee." This is 100% illegal.
2. The "Guaranteed" Fix
No one can legally remove accurate, verifiable negative information from your credit report. If a company promises to remove your bankruptcy, judgment, or late payments guaranteed, they are lying.
3. The "New Identity" (File Segregation)
Some scammers will tell you to apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) or a Credit Privacy Number (CPN) to use instead of your Social Security Number. Do not do this. It is a federal crime (bank fraud) to use a false number on a credit application.
4. Failure to Disclose Rights
By law, they must give you a written contract and a "Consumer Credit File Rights Under State and Federal Law" statement before you sign anything. They must also give you a 3-day right to cancel without penalty.
Get Your Money Back
If you paid illegal upfront fees, you are entitled to a full refund plus damages. We handle the lawsuit for free.
Your Rights & Compensation
If a credit repair company violates the CROA, you have the right to sue them in federal court. The penalties are severe for them, which is good for you.
Full Refund
You are entitled to recover all money you paid to the credit repair organization.
Punitive Damages
The court can award additional punitive damages to punish the company for their illegal conduct.
Attorney Fees
The credit repair company must pay your attorney's fees and court costs. This is why we can represent you for free.
Contract Void
Any contract that violates CROA is void. You do not owe them another penny.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fix my own credit?
Yes! You can do everything a credit repair company can do for free. You can dispute errors directly with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
What if I signed a contract agreeing to the fees?
It doesn't matter. A contract that violates federal law is void and unenforceable. You cannot "sign away" your rights under CROA.
They said they are a "law firm." Does CROA apply?
Maybe. Some "law firms" are just credit repair mills in disguise. If they are telemarketing credit repair services, they are likely subject to the Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR), which also bans upfront fees.
How long does a lawsuit take?
Many of these cases settle quickly once we file suit, often within 3-6 months. We handle everything for you.
What does it cost to hire you?
Zero. We work on a contingency fee basis, and the law requires the other side to pay our fees. If we don't win, you owe us nothing.
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