Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #9224827
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 9224827
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-Issue: Reporting company used your report improperly
State: New Jersey
ZIP Code: 07201
Date Received: 2024-06-10T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2024-06-10T12:00:00-05:00
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 that my social security number has been compromised, resulting in identity theft. I have reported this to the Federal Trade Commission and enclosed the FTC Report with this letter. Under 15 USC 1681c-2 c ( a ), you are required to block and remove all fraudulent information from my credit report within four business days. The following accounts are unverified and inaccurate, violating my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 1681 ) : ACCOUNTS BEING CHALLENGE 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX If you fail to respond promptly, I will pursue legal action, seeking damages for each violation under 15 U.S.C 1692k. The violations include : Defamation of Character Negligent Enhancement of Identity Fraud Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act Civil liability for negligent non-compliance ( 15 USC 1681o ) Civil liability for willful non-compliance ( 15 USC 1681n ( b ) ) Failure to comply with 15 USC 1692 ( g ) Violation of permissible purposes of consumer reports ( 15 USC 1681b ) Method of verification ( 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ) ) Right to privacy ( 15 USC 1681 a ( 4 ) ) Requirements relating to information contained in consumer reports ( 15 USC 1681c ) I demand immediate action to block and remove the fraudulent accounts from my credit report. I have provided the necessary information to facilitate this process and request that you acknowledge receipt of this letter and provide a timeline for resolution. Additionally, I am aware of delays in processing consumer disputes and challenge your belief that third-party assistance justifies such delays. This is a violation of 15 USC 1681i, and any delay will be forwarded to my attorney. Please acknowledge this letter and provide a timeline for resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #9224827 about?
Complaint #9224827 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 2024-06-10T12:00:00-05:00.
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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