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

What Does Total Loss Mean in Car Insurance?Is Your Auto Loan Fixed or Variable Rate?Is My Credit Frozen? How to Check All 3 BureausIs a Low Deductible Good for Health Insurance?How Long Do Accidents Stay on Your Insurance Record?What Is a Statement of Account: Rights and DisputesHow to Stop Debt Collectors From Contacting YouHow to Remove Derogatory Items From Your Credit ReportHow to Run a Credit Check on Someone: FCRA RulesWhy Are Payday Loans Bad? Costs, Risks, and AlternativesHow to Remove Items From Your Credit Report After 7 YearsWhat Is a Paycheck Advance? Fees, Risks, and Legal RulesDoes Home Warranty Cover Sewer Lines? Riders and ExclusionsDoes Renters Insurance Cover Collectibles? Limits ExplainedHow Long Does a Voluntary Repo Stay on Your Credit?Do Car Dealerships Take Personal Checks?Can I Ignore Debt Collectors? Risks and RightsWhat Happens If You Open a Phishing Email?When Leasing a Car, Who Pays for Repairs?Can You Get Your Money Back If You Zelle Someone?How Long Can You Be Late on a Car Payment: Fees to RepoDoes Renters Insurance Cover Electronics? Limits ExplainedHow Much Debt Is Worth Filing for Bankruptcy?How to Hire a Contractor: A Step-by-Step ChecklistDo Banks Refund Scammed Money? Eligibility & DisputesHow to Pay a Bill in Collections SafelyWhat Happens If You Damage a Turo Car?A Private Seller Sold Me a Car With Odometer Rollback. What Now?Can Debt Collectors Take Your Car? What You Need to KnowWhat to Do If a Hotel Won't Refund Your Security Deposit