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

Articles by Hazel Yates

Does Critical Illness Insurance Cover Pregnancy?How to Remove a Judgment From Your Credit Report Is Dental Debt Considered Medical Debt on Credit Reports?Do You Lose GAP Insurance When You Refinance?How Are Identities Stolen: Methods, Scams & Legal Rights Do You Need Check Stubs to Buy a Car? Not Always How Long Does It Take Insurance to Total a Car: Timeline How Can a Missing Credit Card Affect You: Fraud & Liability How to Discharge Private Student Loans in Bankruptcy How to Reduce Overdraft Fees: Rights and Options What Should You Do If You Lost Your Credit Card?How Long Does Budget Car Rental Hold Your Credit Card?Who Owns Your Student Loan Debt? Federal vs. Private Does a Free Credit Report Include Your Credit Score?Will a Dispute Hurt My Credit? Score Impact Explained How Do Credit Card Fees Work? Types and Legal Rules Why Is My Last Car Payment More Than Expected?How Often Do Credit Cards Increase Your Limit?How to Lower Your Renters Insurance Premium What Do Car Insurance Companies Check on You?How to Get Medical Bills Off Your Credit Report What Is Auto Debit? Setup, Rights, and How to Stop It How to Remove Your Name from Debt Review: Steps What to Do If Your Identity Is Stolen: Report and Recover What Happens If You Don't Pay Your Phone Bill?When Do You Get Charged Interest on a Credit Card?Why Do Credit Card Refunds Take So Long to Post?How Do You Overdraw on a Debit Card? Opt-In and Fees How to Get a Background Check for Employment How Many Cars Can You Cosign For? No Legal Limit