On October 14, 2026, the FTC announced the shutdown of an illegal debt relief operation, resulting in a default judgment of $106.8 million.
What changed
Multiple defendants were permanently banned from the debt relief industry.
Compliance perspective
Businesses should ensure their operations avoid deceptive marketing practices.
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