Can a collection agency threaten me with arrest, imprisonment, or bodily harm?
No. 8. Can a collection agency contact other people and discuss my bill? A collector may call others to locate you, but he/she may not discuss your account or debt status. He/she must give their name but not the name of the agency unless specifically asked for it. They may not use words such as “emergency” or “urgent” to get you to return calls. Also, they may not use postcards when contacting others, and envelopes may not contain information identifying the agency as a collection agency. 9.Can a collection agency contact my employer? Yes, to verify employment or to verify your business location. They may also contact the employer if they have won a judgment in court and your wages have been garnished. They may contact the employer to find out if you have medical insurance to cover a medical bill. Contact must initially be in writing; then they may use other means. 10. Can a collection agency contact me at work? Yes, unless they know your employer prohibits such contact. However, if yo
