Consumer complaint received 2024-04-04 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
Letter : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX MO XXXX XXXX XXXX [ Date : XX/XX/XXXX ] Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Dear Equifax XXXX XXXX, I am writing to follow up on my previous communication regarding inaccuracies in my credit report, specifically concerning an account with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, account # XXXX, with a balance of {$2100.00}. I am a victim of identity theft, and this account is not mine. 

I'm also requesting the removal of the following fraudulent inquiries. 
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 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 I request that Equifax take immediate action to delete and block this fraudulent account from my credit report. This is essential to ensure the accuracy of my credit information and protect my financial well-being.

Furthermore, I am deeply concerned about Equifax 's compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), given recent legal precedents such as " XXXX XXXX Equifax Information Services, XXXX '' and " XXXX XXXX Equifax XXXX '' It is evident that Equifax has faced litigation for similar violations in the past, which underscores the importance of addressing inaccuracies promptly and appropriately.

Other notable cases where Equifax has been sued for various violations : 1. **Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ** : - " XXXX XXXX Equifax XXXX XXXX - Plaintiff won, alleging Equifax violated FCRA by failing to properly investigate and correct errors on their credit report. 

XXXX. **Equal Credit Opportunity Act ( ECOA ) ** : - " United States XXXX Equifax XXXX XXXX - Equifax settled with the Department of Justice over allegations of ECOA violations related to the handling of credit disputes.

3. **Fair Credit Billing Act ( FCBA ) ** : - No specific high-profile case available. However, Equifax has faced allegations of violating FCBA provisions in various consumer complaints.

4. **Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) ** : - " In Re Equifax Credit Information Services , Inc. Data Breach Litigation '' - Equifax faced allegations of violating FDCPA due to its mishandling of sensitive consumer information during the data breach.

5. **Consumer Rights Law** : - " XXXX XXXX Equifax Information Services LLC XXXX XXXX Alleged violations of consumer rights laws by Equifax regarding inaccurate reporting on credit reports and failure to correct errors.

6. **Attorney General Law** : - " California Attorney General v. Equifax Inc. '' - Settlement reached between Equifax and the California Attorney General 's office over allegations of inadequate data security measures leading to the data breach.

These cases highlight Equifax 's legal challenges and settlements involving various consumer protection laws and regulations I urge Equifax to uphold its legal obligations under the FCRA and take swift action to rectify the errors in my credit report. Failure to do so may result in further legal action.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving confirmation of the resolution of this dispute. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief