In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Virginia issued a moratorium on evictions in March that was extended earlier this month. Beginning June 29, pursuant to an order issued by the Supreme Court of Virginia on June 22, those eviction proceedings can resume.

However, opponents assert that thousands of families who are still facing financial difficulties

On June 1, the Criminal Division of the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) issued new guidance on how it evaluates corporate compliance programs when making corporate charging decisions. The additional guidance provides valuable insight into best practices when companies update their corporate compliance programs and paints a clear picture of the DOJ’s expectations regarding those programs.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a statement on June 3 relaxing the requirements for some electronic disclosures given for requests by consumers made via telephone for credit card plans. The CFPB acknowledged that credit card issuers are receiving more calls and may have limited staffing due to the pandemic. Many institutions are asking for

Like most industries today, Consumer Finance Services businesses are being significantly impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Troutman Sanders and Pepper Hamilton have developed a dedicated COVID-19 Resource Center to guide clients through this unprecedented global health challenge. We regularly update this site with COVID-19 news and developments, recommendations from leading health organizations, and tools

Tuesday, June 30, 2020
1:00-2:00 p.m. ET

Experienced Troutman attorneys will take a close look at the nitty-gritty of the practical side of credit reporting during the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn. We will cover guidance from the Consumer Data Industry Association and very recent new guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on the

Yesterday, Troutman Sanders LLP’s Consumer Financial Services Law Monitor reported that AB-2501, a proposed bill allowing for homeowners to defer their mortgage payments for up to a year, failed to pass by a narrow margin. The bill’s author, Assembly Member Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara), quickly moved for reconsideration. However, as the Assembly has now entered

On June 16, 2020, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) issued a seven-page FAQ memorandum addressing some of the most critical questions for compliance with the new consumer reporting requirements of the “CARES Act”. In sum, this Compliance Aid:

  • Addresses the specific credit reporting requirements of the CARES Act, including considerations for furnishers when

After numerous amendments, readings, and committee hearings, California Assembly Bill 2501 narrowly failed to pass in Sacramento on June 15, with a vote total of 28 Ayes, 25 Noes, and 26 abstentions. The bill would have offered major payment relief to homeowners and certain renters, as well as owners of mobile homes. It might see

Like most industries today, Consumer Finance Services businesses are being significantly impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Troutman Sanders and Pepper Hamilton have developed a dedicated COVID-19 Resource Center to guide clients through this unprecedented global health challenge. We regularly update this site with COVID-19 news and developments, recommendations from leading health organizations, and tools

With all 50 states in the process of lifting stay-at-home orders, many businesses are eager to reopen but remain committed to protecting their most important assets — their employees. As part of establishing reopening procedures, some businesses have considered collecting health-related information from employees to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among the workforce.

While collecting