Consumer complaint received 2024-02-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: UT

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Utah XXXX Reg : Several Banking institution refusal to open accounts thereby not permitting me to Re : Complaint Against Early Warning Systems for Violations of Privacy Laws, Consumer Protection Laws, FTC Laws, Unfair Advantage, and Bias I am writing to bring to your attention the egregious violations committed by Early Warning Systems ( " EWS '' ) in their unauthorized sharing of personal information and dissemination of inaccurate data. These actions not only violate consumer privacy laws and constitutional rights but also raise serious concerns about unfair advantage and bias due to the close relationship between EWS and major banks. I kindly request your urgent attention to this matter and assistance in rectifying the unjust practices of EWS. 

Early Warning Systems ' violations of privacy laws, Constitutional Laws, consumer protection laws, and FTC laws are extensive and merit thorough examination. The following violations have been identified : 1. Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : The FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ) governs the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information. EWS has blatantly disregarded key provisions of the FCRA, including but not limited to : a. Section 602 ( a ) : EWS 's unauthorized sharing of personal information violates consumers ' federally protected rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 U.S.C. 1681.

b. Section 604 ( a ) ( 2 ) : EWS has violated this provision by furnishing accounts without obtaining the consumer 's written instructions, directly infringing upon the consumer 's choice and control over the disclosure of their personal information.

c. Section 611 : EWS 's failure to address disputed accuracy and rectify inaccuracies undermines consumers ' right to ensure the accuracy of their credit information, as guaranteed by the FCRA. 

d. Sections 616 and 617 : EWS 's willful or negligent noncompliance with the FCRA has resulted in harm to consumers, warranting legal consequences under these provisions.

2. Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act ( GLBA ) : The GLBA ( 15 U.S.C. 6801-6809 ) mandates financial institutions to safeguard the privacy and security of consumers ' personal information. EWS 's unauthorized disclosure of private information directly violates the GLBA 's provisions on data privacy and security.

3. Federal Trade Commission Act : The Federal Trade Commission Act ( 15 U.S.C. 41-58 ) prohibits deceptive and unfair practices in commerce. EWS 's actions of sharing personal information without authorization and disseminating inaccurate data could be construed as deceptive practices under the FTC Act. This Act prohibits unfair or deceptive practices. It might be argued that if a bank uses its ownership of early morning systems to give itself an unfair advantage, it could also be considered an unfair practice. 

4. State Privacy Laws : Depending on the jurisdiction, state-specific privacy laws regulate the handling of personal information. EWS 's unauthorized sharing of personal information may lead to legal consequences under these state statutes.

5. Data Security Laws : Violations of data security laws, the California Consumer Privacy Act ( CCPA ), may be applicable if the unauthorized sharing of personal information by EWS leads to a data breach or compromise of sensitive data. Since I am a XXXX and XXXX Resident this would apply to me. 

6. Fourth Amendment : The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. By collecting and disseminating personal information without proper consent or due process, Early Warning Systems may be violating this constitutional protection.

7. Fifth Amendment : The Fifth Amendment guarantees that no person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law. If Early Warning Systems is sharing inaccurate or misleading data that negatively impacts consumers ' financial standing or creditworthiness, it could be considered a deprivation of property ( a good credit standing ) without due process. They do not even consider whether the victim has been violated by identity theft or violated by the banks themselves.

8. Fourteenth Amendment : The Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment prohibits states from denying any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. If Early Warning Systems engages in practices that disproportionately impact certain groups of consumers, it could potentially be violating this clause.

In the United States, the privacy of banking customers is protected by several laws and regulations : 1. The Right to Financial Privacy Act ( RFPA ) : This Act provides certain protections for customers ' personal financial information held by financial institutions. It requires that federal government agencies request information about a customer 's financial records from financial institutions for legitimate law enforcement needs, and usually necessitates customer notification. The Right to Financial Privacy Act ( RFPA ) is codified in the United States Code ( USC ), under Title 12, Sections 3401-3422.

2. The Privacy of Consumer Financial Information Rule : Part of the GLBA, this rule requires financial institutions to provide customers with a notice of their privacy policies and practices, and prohibits them from disclosing nonpublic personal information about consumers to nonaffiliated third parties, unless certain exceptions apply. I did not give consent nor was I notified. The Privacy Rule, which is part of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, is located in Title 16 of the Code of Federal Regulations ( CFR ), Part 313. The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act itself can be found in the USC, under Title 15, Sections 6801-6809.

3. The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act : It includes rules against unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts or practices in connection with any transaction with a consumer for a financial product or service. The Major banks that own this reporting agency Early Warning Services have clearly attempted and have gotten away with skirting around Dodd-Frank Reform but are not immune as this reporting agency is clearly own and operated by the same banking systems that are using the front of Ear
ly Warning Services to break all laws against consumers pertaining to Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform.

The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act is codified in the USC, under Title 12, Sections 5301-5641 4. The Sherman Antitrust Act and the Clayton Act : These laws prohibit certain types of anticompetitive behavior, such as monopolies or conspiracies to restrain trade. If banks are using their ownership of early morning systems to restrict competition, these laws could potentially be relevant. This potentially could be a maneuver to cut out the competition by denying access to competitors.

5. The Bank Holding Company Act ( BHCA ) : This Act regulates the actions of bank holding companies. If the banks that own Early Warning Systems in question are affiliated through a holding company, certain activities might be restricted under the BHCA.

These laws generally restrict banking institutions from sharing personal information without customer permission, except under certain circumstances, such as requests by law enforcement or other government agencies. The defendant does not fall under either of those categories. 

Additionally, the close affiliation between EWS and major banks raises concerns about unfair advantage and bias. The ownership structure and shared interests between EWS and major banks may create a conflict of interest, leading to preferential treatment or biased reporting that benefits the banks at the expense of consumers. This collusion further undermines the fairness and transparency of the credit reporting system. 

Early Warning Systems ' actions are not only unlawful but also raise serious ethical concerns regarding consumer rights, privacy, and fairness. Their unauthorized sharing of personal information, dissemination of inaccurate data, and collusion with major banks have had far-reaching consequences for individuals ' reputations, financial well-being, and overall trust in the credit reporting system. 

In light of these severe violations and ethical breaches, I implore you to take immediate action to hold Early Warning Systems accountable for their actions and ensure the protection of consumers ' rights, privacy, and accurate credit reporting. Your impartiality, legal expertise, and intervention are crucial in upholding the principles of fairness, consumer protection, and accountability. 

I am prepared to provide any further evidence or clarification required to support the resolution of this matter. 

Thank you for your attentiveness to this grave matter. Your intervention will not only rectify the injustices suffered by consumers but also restore trust, fairness, and integrity in the credit reporting system and bring to light the injustices and relationship that Early Warning System has to the conglomerate banking institutions and how it is being abused. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX All Rights Reserved

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation