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Duty Bound - Paved with good intentions? The future of the Consumer Duty

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The intention behind the implementation of the Consumer Duty is commendable. However, as firms seek to comply with the new requirements, there is a real risk that it may drive unintended, negative consequences....more

Ballard Spahr LLP

CFPB Publishes Language Access Plan for Consumers With Limited English Proficiency

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Throughout the past few years, the CFPB has sought input from a range of stakeholders, including community-based organizations and financial institutions, for feedback about how it can improve consumer financial products and...more

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CFPB Language Access Plan for Consumers with Limited English Proficiency

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Throughout the past few years, the CFPB has sought input from a range of stakeholders, including community-based organizations and financial institutions, for feedback about how it can improve consumer financial products and...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

DFPI modifies Student Loan Servicing Act proposal

On January 6, the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation issued modified proposed regulations under the Student Loan Servicing Act (Act)...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Regulation by Definition: CFPB Broadens Definition of “Unfairness” to Rein in Discrimination

In a significant move, the CFPB announced on March 16 a revision to its supervisory operations to address discrimination outside of the traditional fair lending context, with future plans to scrutinize discriminatory conduct...more

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Crucial Conversations All Debt Collectors Should Have with their Creditors

With the CFPB having decided to leave the effective date of the Debt Collection Rule as November 30th, the push is on for debt collectors to ensure their compliance with the Rule by that date. As debt collectors make the...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Wyoming and Maine Issue New Licensing Requirements Potentially Impacting Passive Loan Investors

Wyoming and Maine recently amended their laws related to licensure requirements for consumer lending: - In July, Wyoming adopted House Bill 0008 (HB 0008), which amends provisions of the Wyoming Uniform Consumer Credit...more

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UK: FCA draft vulnerability guidance: embedding ‘doing the right thing’ in firms’ culture

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The FCA has published a consultation on proposed non-Handbook guidance for firms on the fair treatment of vulnerable customers. The FCA reiterates that vulnerability is one of its key priorities and makes it clear that the...more

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