Consumer Law Author

Lila Hansen

Lila Hansen is a veteran attorney with extensive experience in consumer fraud and unfair business practices. She has a strong reputation for advocating on behalf of her clients.

Credentials

J.D., New York University

12+ yearsConsumer FraudUnfair Business Practices

Articles by Lila Hansen

How Is Actual Cash Value Calculated in Insurance?Which Credit Score Do Lenders Use: FICO or VantageScore?Does Sezzle Check Credit? Soft vs. Hard Pulls Why Do Credit Cards Expire: Reasons and What to Do How Does Telematics Insurance Work and Who Sees Your Data?What Does Purchase Interest Charge Mean on a Credit Card?Is There a Grace Period for Car Insurance? What to Know Do I Have to Buy Gap Insurance From the Dealer?How to Check If a Car Has a Clean Title: Steps and Tools How to Get a Clear Title After Paying Off Your Car How to Report Identity Theft to Credit Bureaus How Can Social Security Identity Theft Occur: Common Methods When Does PMI Go Away? 78% and 80% Rules Explained Is the Price Negotiable? Your Legal Rights Explained Can I Have Two Checking Accounts at the Same Bank?Can You Buy a Car at 18? What You Need to Know How Far Back Do Mortgage Lenders Look at Credit History?How Much Cash Can You Withdraw From a Bank: Limits and Rules Do Credit Unions Check Your Credit to Open an Account?How Can You Reduce Your Total Loan Cost? Key Ways What Happens If You Don't Pay Medical Bills: Debt & Legal Risks How Much Does Debt Consolidation Cost: Fees and Rates What Happens When a Medical Bill Goes to Collections?How to Get Full Coverage Car Insurance: What It Costs When Do You Pay Your Car Insurance Deductible?How Long Does It Take to Fix Your Credit: Timelines Is Interest Rate and APR the Same Thing?How to Remove Collections From Your Credit Report How Do Credit Repair Companies Remove Negative Items?Does Credit Card Hardship Hurt Your Credit Score?