Law Offices of Gus Michael Farinella PC

First Lawgmf class action case against Equifax was filed last week. We believe our complaint speaks for itself and that Equifax could have prevented the massive security breach which was the inevitable result of their inadequate approach to data security and the protection of our clients' among the 143 million other Americans' confidential and private information that is collected by Equifax. Often consumers are the last to know when things like this happen. We hope this cas...e helps change that and rallies all consumers to assert their legal rights. Our clients' are brave and courageous for stepping up to do this for themselves and on behalf of so many . It's not an easy decision to be a plaintiff against a massive corporation. There are many consumer protection statutes under Federal and NY State Law that exist to protect against this happening in the first place, and providing remedies when it does. Unfortunately, most are unaware of these statutes, and thus feel helpless. Identity breach, in any form can devastate a person. I'm sure you know someone that has had an identity theft or credit report issue that prevents them from being able to buy a house or a car or even open a checking account! Our Firm remains committed to helping all individuals who were affected by the Equifax incident and any other issues effecting their legal rights. In my two decades in the practice of law, this is by far, the most dangerous and impactful consumer protection issue which could cause shockwaves in our economy not to mention the integrity of our consumer credit infrastructure. - GMF

Now our practice also handles various areas of immigration law, including: - Asylums - Adjustment of status - General immigration counseling - Family Immigration (green card applications & renewals, marriage, and other qualifying relationships petitions)... - Petition for religious workers and ministers - U visas, VAWA visas, SJIS visas - Removal defenses (cancellation of removal, waivers) If you have any questions or concerns about the matter above, please do not hesitate to contact us: 718.962.0001

On September 7th 2017, Equifax announced that personal information for approximately 143 million Americans was stolen from their files by computer hackers. This breach happened Mid-May through July. Equifax discovered the breach on July 29th, 2017, however they waited until September 7, 2017 to notify the public that their personal identifying information had been stolen.The data stolen now at large includes names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses and driver’s ...license numbers, all of which can be used fraudulently to validate the identity of someone trying to open a bank or credit account in another person’s name. To find out if your information was exposed log on to https://www.equifaxsecurity2017.com/potential-impact/ and Click on the Potential Impact tab and enter your last name and the last six digits of your Social Security number. Your Social Security number is sensitive information, so make sure you’re on a secure computer and an encrypted network connection any time you enter it. The site will tell you if you’ve been affected by this breach. If you have been affected by this breach then you may contact our offices to discuss how to protect yourself from identity theft and your legal rights. Please call Law Offices of Gus Michael Farinella, PC @ 516-326-2333

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We are excited to announce the return of 'Your Legal Rights Radio'! Our new season will debut this Spring, March 2017, on 970AM WNYM. For now, check out some of our past guests, and listen to a special clip, exclusively on www.yourlegalrightsradio.com

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Borrowers are beginning to win battles to erase some student loans in bankruptcy court, overcoming stiff obstacles that have generally blocked that path except in extreme cases of financial hardship. Article via The Wall Street Journal #Bankruptcy #StudentLoans #Debt

LAWGMF Prevails for Client in Case of First Impression in US District Court of the Eastern District of NY - Massive Win for New York Consumers! Protecting Right to Sue Debt Collectors for Deceptive Practices Upheld by Federal Judge in his Written Decision Released Today!... Article III Standing Upheld for Consumers Who Sue Debt Collectors Under The FDCPA When Only Seeking Statutory Damages. This Decision Also Means That Consumers May Continue To Use The Class Action Device Granted To Them By Congress To Enforce Their Rights Against Debt Collectors. Congratulations Ryan Gentile Sr. Associate & Our Amazing Team! -GMF #FDCPA #Spokeo #lawgmf #ConsumerProtection

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