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Signs of Identity Theft
Recognize the warning signs early to minimize the damage.
Unrecognized Accounts
Credit cards, loans, or utilities you never opened appearing on your credit report.
Mystery Debt Collectors
Receiving calls or letters collecting on debts you know nothing about.
Credit Score Drop
A sudden, unexplained drop in your credit score due to maxed-out fraudulent cards.
Denied Credit
Being rejected for a mortgage, car loan, or apartment because of 'bad credit' you didn't cause.
The Process
From harassment to compensation in three simple steps.
Free Review
We analyze your case at no cost
We File Suit
We take legal action against violators
You Get Paid
Receive compensation for violations
Identity theft is a nightmare. In an instant, a criminal can drain your bank account, open credit cards in your name, and destroy the credit score you spent years building.
But the aftermath is often worse: Credit bureaus and banks often refuse to believe you. They treat you like the criminal, refusing to remove the fraudulent charges even after you provide a police report.
This is illegal. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), you have the right to have fraudulent information permanently blocked from your credit report. If they fail to do this, Hyslip Legal sues them to force the correction and get you compensation.
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Your Rights as a Victim
You are not helpless. Federal law gives identity theft victims powerful tools to fight back, specifically under Section 605B of the FCRA.
Once you provide an Identity Theft Report (like a police report or FTC affidavit) to the credit bureaus, they must:
- Block the Information: They must stop reporting the fraudulent accounts within 4 business days.
- Notify Furnishers: They must tell the banks and debt collectors to stop reporting the debt.
- Investigate: They must conduct a reasonable investigation into your dispute.
If they keep reporting the fraud after you've followed the steps, they are liable for damages. We make them pay.
Is this happening to you?
You may be entitled to compensation of $500–$1,500 per violation.
Call Us NowWhy You Need an Attorney
It seems simple: send the police report, get the fraud removed. But in reality, the system is broken.
The "Automated Rejection" Problem
Credit bureaus use automated systems to process disputes. They often reject valid identity theft claims because of minor discrepancies or simply because they don't want to spend the time verifying it. They might send you a letter saying your dispute is "frivolous" or that they "verified" the debt as yours.
The "Whack-a-Mole" Game
You might get an account removed from Equifax, but it stays on TransUnion. Or it disappears for a month and then reappears (re-insertion). This cycle can last for years without legal intervention.
We Force Them to Listen
When Hyslip Legal files a lawsuit, the credit bureaus hand your file to a real human being with the power to fix it. We don't just ask nicely; we demand compliance with federal law.
Take Your Life Back
You didn't cause this mess, and you shouldn't have to pay to fix it. We help you restore your identity for free.
Steps to Take Immediately
If you discover identity theft, take these steps right away to preserve your legal rights:
- File a Police Report: Go to your local police station or file online. This is the most critical document you will need.
- File an FTC Affidavit: Visit IdentityTheft.gov to create an official recovery plan and affidavit.
- Send Disputes by Certified Mail: Do not dispute online if you can avoid it. Send a letter with your police report to Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion via Certified Mail Return Receipt Requested.
- Call Hyslip Legal: If the bureaus don't remove the fraud within 30 days (or 4 days for a block request), contact us immediately.
Compensation & Costs
Clean Credit Report
Our primary goal is to permanently remove all fraudulent accounts and inquiries from your report.
Financial Damages
We recover money for your out-of-pocket expenses, lost time, and higher interest rates you were forced to pay.
Emotional Distress
Identity theft is stressful. You can be compensated for the anxiety, sleep loss, and frustration caused by the bureaus' negligence.
Free Representation
The FCRA requires the defendants to pay your attorney fees. We handle your case at no cost to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
My family member stole my identity. Can you help?
Yes. This is "familial fraud." However, you must be willing to file a police report against them. Without a police report, it is very difficult to prove it wasn't you.
The bank says I'm responsible because I didn't report it fast enough.
This is a common tactic. While you should report quickly, delays don't automatically make you liable for fraud. We can fight this.
Should I pay the fraud debt just to make it go away?
NO. Paying the debt can be seen as admitting it's yours. It also won't fix your credit report (it will show as a "paid collection" rather than being removed). Call us first.
How long does the process take?
Once we file a lawsuit, cases often settle within 3-6 months. The credit report is usually fixed as part of the settlement.
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