Civil
Statute of Limitations on North Carolina Credit Card Debt
The advent of credit cards in the 1950s brought with them unmatched buying power for Americans. But they also brought more risks for consumers and
August 6, 2021
Consumer Law
Bank of America agrees to settle class action over excessive fees
Bank of America Corp has agreed to a $75 million preliminary settlement for charging multiple overdraft fees on transactions for checking and savings accounts. What
May 20, 2021
Consumer Law
How to Spot a Consumer Scam
A consumer scam is an unlawful and deceptive ploy designed to extract more money from victims than they owe. During the course of the COVID-19
May 10, 2021
Consumer Law
Nationstar Hits Thousands with Unauthorized Withdrawals
Mortgage servicing giant Nationstar (which also operates under the name Mr. Cooper) made multiple unauthorized withdrawals from customer accounts on the night of April 24th,
April 30, 2021
Consumer Law
Inaccurate & Incorrect Background Checks
Incorrect background checks can cost someone an opportunity for a new job or even cost them their current job. Consequently, the United States government enacted
April 29, 2021
Consumer Law
Laws Protecting Consumers from Scams
The laws protecting consumers have never been more important than in this past year. Many people are facing financial turmoil and are behind on numerous
April 7, 2021
Consumer Law
How Can Banks Misinform Customers?
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) protects consumers daily from the will of financial institutions. However, banks can still manage to misinform their customers. Below
April 5, 2021
Consumer Law
Consumer Protection Statistics for 2020
The covid-19 pandemic increased consumer complaints substantially. There was nearly a 54% increase in consumer complaints from 2019 to 2020. Detailed Consumer Statistics Beginning in
March 31, 2021
Consumer Law
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) in North Carolina
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) is a US federal law that protects soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, coast guardsmen and other commissioned officers as they
March 23, 2021
New Office Location
Maginnis Howard is excited to announce that our firm is moving from our office location on Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh to a new office building
March 22, 2021
