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

How to Get Rid of PMI If Your Home Value Increases Where to Do a Background Check: FBI, State & Online What to Do After Paying Off Your Credit Card?Is Comprehensive Car Insurance Worth It?How to Get Car Insurance With No Money Down?Why Does My Check Keep Getting Declined and What to Do Best Ways to Get Out of Debt, From Budgeting to Bankruptcy Can I Add My Car to My Parents' Insurance?Is Flood Damage Covered by Homeowners Insurance?How to Spot a Fake Open Banking Service: Red Flags Does Adding a Driver Increase Your Insurance Rates?How to Report a Scammer and Get Your Money Back Do You Pay Contractors Up Front? Deposits and Laws Do Banks Check What You Spend Your Loan On? Consequences How to Tell If a Loan Company Is Legit: Red Flags Can Banks Charge Overdraft Fees: Know Your Rights Does a Chargeback Affect Your Credit Score?Is a Cash Advance Bad? Costs, Credit, and Alternatives Can I Get a Loan on Benefits? Eligibility and Options What Are Digital Gift Cards: Laws, Fees, and Scams How to Report a Job Scam and Protect Yourself Does Pet Insurance Cover Cremation and Burial Costs?How Credit Card Approval Works: What Issuers Check How Credit Cards Affect Your Credit Score: Key Factors How to Get a Loan Without Direct Deposit: Options and Steps Where Can I Get an SR-22? Costs and Filing Steps Can I Still Receive Money If My Card Is Locked?Personal Loan and Car Loan: Can You Have Both?How Long After Bankruptcy Can I Get Credit Again?When Are Inquiries Potentially Negative on a Credit Report?