Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #7745981
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 7745981
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-Issue: Report provided to employer without your written authorization
State: Georgia
ZIP Code: 300XX
Date Received: 2023-10-23T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2023-10-23T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am writing to inform you about a very alarming and important issue regarding the compromise of my social security number, which has resulted in me being a victim of a data breach and identity theft. To address this tuation promptly, I have already contacted the Federal Trade Commission and filed an FTC Report with the reference number : XXXX, which is enclosed with this correspondence. In accordance with 15 USC 1681c-2 c ( a ), it is imperative that you, as a credit reporting agency, take immediate action to block and remove all iformation associated with this identity theft from my credit report. This statute mandates that credit reporting agencies must promptly address such requests within four business days of receiving a complaint that includes the following information : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Charge-off {$0.00} I want to emphasize the gravity of this matter and my expectation for a prompt and effective response. Failure to respond satisfactorily will compel me to pursue legal action against your agency, as allowed under the law. Please be advised that I will seek damages, including but not limited to, statutory costs, with each violation incurring a statutory cost of {$1000.00}, as specified in 15 U.S.C 1692k. 1. Defamation of Character 2. Negligent Enhancement of Identity Fraud 3. Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act 4. Violation under 15 U.S. Code 1681o - Civil liability for negligent non compliance 5. Violation under 15 US Code 1681n ( b ) - Civil liability for willful non-compliance 6. Failing to comply with 15 USC 1692 ( g ) 7. Violation under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports 8. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( 7 ) Method of verification 9. Violations under 15 USC 1681 a ( 4 ) right to privacy 10. Violations under 15 U.S. Code 1681c - Requirements relating to information contained in consumer reports
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #7745981 about?
Complaint #7745981 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Improper use of your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2023-10-23T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with non-monetary relief". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Equifax, INC.?
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Disclaimer
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