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

Assigned posts

Articles by Lila Hansen

Does an Overdraft Hurt Your Credit Score?How to Check Your Renters Credit Report for FreeIs It Safe to Use a Debit Card? Liability and RightsHow to Get a Loan Out of Default: Rehab or ConsolidationDoes a Car Loan Count as Debt? DTI and Credit ExplainedWhy Credit Scores Differ Across Bureaus and ModelsWill One Late Mortgage Payment Affect My Credit?How to Claim Auto Insurance: From Accident to PayoutWhat Is an Uninsured Deductible Waiver? Coverage and CostWhat Is Payment History and How Does It Affect Your Score?Can a Company Reverse a Refund Without Your Permission?How to Go From 600 to 700 Credit Score FastHow to Sue Debt Collectors for FDCPA Violations: DamagesDoes a Credit Card Increase Affect Your Credit Score?How Much Can You Make to File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?Why Credit Cards Are Bad: Debt, Fees, and Credit DamageHow Long Do Insurance Points Last on Your Record?Can You Include Parents' Income on a Credit Card Application?Can I Get Gap Insurance Through My Insurance Company?How to Get a Credit Card on Disability: Rules and RightsAre There Credit Scores in Europe? Country by CountryDo Life Insurance Companies Do Background Checks?What Is a Privacy Policy? Examples and RequirementsCan You Overdraft If You Have No Money? Fees and RulesHow to Get Money Back from a Closed Bank AccountHow to Build Credit From Nothing When Starting OutWhat Is Uniform Energy Factor for Water Heaters?Can I Get a Personal Loan as a Student? Eligibility and RatesWho Runs Background Checks? Employers, Landlords & MoreHow to Establish a Credit History for the First Time