Is it illegal for a bill collector or collection dept to harass you at work about a debt?

Answer 1

Absolutely. Once you tell them to never call you at work, it is a violation of the law for them to do so again. If they do, call your local attorney general's office and report them.

Answer 2

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act states that a debt collector cannot call you "at the consumer's place of employment if the debt collector knows or has reason to know that the consumer's employer prohibits the consumer from receiving such communication." Inform the debt collector that your boss does not allow personal calls and to refrain from calling your place of work, and they are required to stop. If they do not, file a complaint at the second site below

Answer 3

I don't know if it's illegal; but you have a lot of right with your creditors. I you really want to stop debting then I recommend: Debtor's anonymous, or the book How to Get out of Debt Stay out of Debt and Live prosperously.

Answer 4

Yes

Answer 5

Pay the bill!

If you think getting harrassing calls is bad, wait until they freeze your bank account or garnish your wages, etc.

If you file for bankruptcy, they can't call you anymore.

Answer 6

It is not legal but u have to discuss it some attorney so that you can register a complain against them

Answer 7

Yes, is is illegal, for them to call your work. You need to tell them to not call you their and to seek other ways to contact you.

Answer 8

I believe that if you've informed them that you're unable to take calls at work, they have to leave you alone. You may have to send them something in writing.

Answer 9

Nope. I suggest that you deal with them. Make a payment arrangement. That will placate them. Otherwise, it could get to be a big deal with your boss.

Answer 10

Unfortunately it's perfectly legal.