Consumer Law Author

Hazel Yates

Hazel Yates is a seasoned consumer law attorney with a strong background in protecting consumers from unfair debt collection practices. She has worked with numerous clients to resolve complex consumer protection cases and has a proven track record of success.

Credentials

J.D., Harvard University, LL.M. in Consumer Law

10+ yearsConsumer ProtectionDebt Collection

Assigned posts

Articles by Hazel Yates

Can I Buy a Car with No Credit History? What to KnowWhat Is Considered a Used Car? The Legal DefinitionCan You Cancel a Chargeback? Steps and EligibilityCan I Open a Bank Account for My Baby?Can I Stop Payment on a Debit Card? How It WorksWhat Happens When a Check Is Rejected: Fees and PenaltiesHow to Do a Background Check: Steps and Legal RulesCan You Buy a Car With Cash? Rules and ReportingCan You Get Disability Insurance After an Injury?What Is a Payroll Loan: How It Works, Fees, and RisksIs Residual Value Negotiable on a Car Lease?What Does Final Notice Mean? Consequences and RightsHow to Avoid Car Dealer Scams, Add-Ons, and TricksCan Someone Steal Your Credit Card Info From a Receipt?Is It Safe to Use a Debit Card for Autopay?How Does Identity Theft Happen: Common MethodsCan You Sell a Totaled Car That Still Runs?Will My Car Insurance Drop Me After 2 Accidents?What Does Derogatory Mean on Your Credit Report?How to Avoid Car Insurance Requirements: What's AllowedHow to Stop a Loan Payment From Your Bank AccountHow to Freeze Your Bank Account: 3 Ways to Do ItCan't Pay Your Bills: Legal Rights and ConsequencesCan Debt Collectors Call on Holidays? FDCPA RulesHow to Request a Free Credit Report: Online, Phone & MailIs Bankruptcy Right for Me? Pros, Cons, and CostsHow to Stop a Debt Collector From Contacting YouCan I Pay for a Car Rental for Someone Else?How Many Late Payments Before Repossession?How to Get Rid of PMI Without Refinancing: Options