Consumer complaint received 2024-12-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
Noncompliance with FCRA 605B Immediate Action Required Personal Information according to instructions by the CFPB to be provided upon request.

[ Your Name ] [ Your Address ] [ City, State, ZIP ] [ Email Address ] [ Phone Number ] [ Date ] To : [ Credit Reporting Agency Name ] Dispute Department [ Address ] -- - To whom it may concern, " Your agencys response mentioning 60 days is an utter insult and complete disregard of the Rules of Law, accompanied by what can only be described as a hollow and performative apology, is as insincere as it is offensive. Offering such a shallow acknowledgment of the irreparable harm you have caused is not only an insult to me but to consumers like me whose lives your negligence has disrupted who suffer the conversation of you willful negligence? 1Let me be perfectly clear : I do not acknowledge or accept apologies from an entity that has built its wealth on the exploitation of consumers and the perpetuation of systemic errors. This is not a matter of inconvenienceit is a flagrant violation of federal law and a testament to the disregard your agency has for the rights of those you claim to serve. '' " Your audacity to claim the mantle of 'credit bureaus ' is both laughable and offensive. You are not credit bureaus ; you are privately owned, profit-driven agencies that have cloaked yourselves in the guise of authority while preying on the vulnerabilities of consumers. The term 'credit bureau ' implies legitimacy and public servicequalities your agency wholly lacks. Instead, your operations are fueled by greed, systemic negligence, and a blatant disregard for the law. You are not guardians of credit accuracy ; you are vultures profiting from the blood, sweat, and tears of consumers like me. '' " Let me remind you : no matter how powerful or entrenched you believe your agency to be, you are not above the law. Should you continue to flout federal mandates and refuse to comply with the rules of law, it is the duty of impartial enforcement agencies to ensure that your agency is held accountable to the fullest extent of the law. This includes enforcing penalties prescribed under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and pursuing legal remedies for willful violations. The FCRA is not merely a guideline ; it is a binding legal framework designed to uphold the principles of fairness and accuracy in credit reporting. Its provisions exist to prevent and rectify precisely the type of exploitative practices your agency continues to perpetuate. '' -- - The Law is Clear Under FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), your agency is required to : 1. Block disputed information within 4 days of receiving : Proof of my identity. 

A valid FTC Identity Theft Report ( # XXXX ). 

A written statement identifying the fraudulent accounts. 



2. Conduct an investigation of the disputed information within 30 days, as mandated under FCRA 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ).

Your assertion of a 60-day timeline is a blatant misrepresentation of your legal obligations. It demonstrates not only incompetence but also an apparent belief that your agency is immune to accountability. Let me assure you : you are not. 


-- - Demand for Immediate Compliance I demand that your agency : 1. Block and suppress all disputed information within 4 days, as required under FCRA 605B.

2. Provide written confirmation of compliance, detailing the actions taken and the impacted accounts.

3. Complete your investigation within the legally permitted 30-day timeframe under FCRA 611 .

Failure to adhere to these statutory requirements will not be tolerated.

-- - Accountability Under the Rule of Law Let me be unequivocal : no entity, regardless of its perceived power or influence, is above the law. Your agencys continued negligence and refusal to comply with federal mandates will compel me to pursue all available remedies, including : Filing formal complaints with the CFPB, FTC, and State Attorney General.

Seeking legal remedies under FCRA 616 and 617, including statutory penalties, punitive damages, and reimbursement for the harm caused.

Escalating this matter through public media to expose your agency 's systemic exploitation of consumers and disregard for federal law.

You have no authority to delay compliance with FCRA 605B under the guise of a 60-day timeline. Your duty to act within the prescribed 4-day period is clear, non-negotiable, and enforceable. 


-- - Closing Statement I trust this letter serves as a wake-up call to your agency : compliance with the FCRA is not an inconvenienceit is your obligation. The exploitation of consumers through systemic negligence and greed has gone unchecked for too long. It ends here. I expect immediate action and written confirmation of compliance within the legally mandated timeframe. 

Sincerely,

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief