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Consumer Finance Litigation
Federal and state regulations that govern debt collection, background checks, credit reporting and information privacy can be intimidating to businesses that engage in these types of activities every day. Companies outside these fields can run afoul of this complex regulatory scheme by engaging in something as straightforward as a pre-employment background check or sending their customers a text. The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau has issued or amended more than 50 regulations in its two-year existence and more rules are constantly in the works. WSHB has the knowledge and experience to guide you through the intersection of federal and state regulation and debt collection/information gathering.
Our attorneys represent national debt collectors, creditors, background check companies, rent-to-own companies, as well as one of the world’s largest consumer reporting agencies, in both federal and state courts throughout the country. WSHB has successfully defended its clients against claims brought under various consumer finance laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Telephone Collection Practices Act (TCPA), as well as various state consumer protection laws. Additionally, because we are not afraid to try cases, we bring credibility to the negotiation table that helps us achieve cost-effective settlements for our clients.
We also realize that most companies prefer to avoid litigation altogether. Due to our experience with regulations promulgated by the Federal Trade Commission (the FDCPA and the FCRA), the FCC (the TCPA) and the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, we can help you develop and implement a compliance program. We can train existing employees, provide initial training to new employees, generate compliance checklists and manuals, and answer frequently asked questions in this area of law. In addition to our debt collection and consumer reporting experience, many of our attorneys are well versed in labor and employment law, since these areas can often overlap.
Commercial and Business Litigation, Transportation, Product Liability, Medical Malpractice and Healthcare Law, Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices, Complex Tort and Casualty
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Commercial and Business Litigation, Construction, Complex Tort and Casualty, Product Liability, Professional Liability, Dram Shop Litigation, Transportation
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Review for
Janice Michaels
by a Managing Partner
on 08/02/14
in Construction Law
Janice is a tribute to the legal profession. She invariably exhibits professionalism and decorum. She is always well prepared and has a compelling presence in the courtroom and elsewhere.
Janice is a tribute to the legal profession. She invariably exhibits professionalism and decorum. She is always well prepared and has a compelling presence in the courtroom and elsewhere.
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5.0/5.0
Review for
Melanie L. Thomas
by a Attorney
on 06/04/20
in Medical Malpractice
Ms. Thomas is a brilliant attorney. she understands rules, and the law perfectly, and her application is daunting to opposing counsel. I am proud that she is a member of our bar.
Ms. Thomas is a brilliant attorney. she understands rules, and the law perfectly, and her application is daunting to opposing counsel. I am proud that she is a member of our bar.
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Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity
and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service.
Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him
or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP got this award in 2026
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely
respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A,
publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
