Consumer Financial Services Law in Review: 2011's Significant Cases and Emerging Trends
Howard A. Eisenhardt, John W. McGuinness & Christina J. Weis
February 13, 2012
The year 2011 saw an increase in civil filings in federal and state courts, fueled by the ongoing economic downtorn. Many of these cases involved consumer credit disputes, foreclosures, and contracts. Numerous decisions affecting both substantive law and procedural devices will significantly impact the financial services industry in the future. This article discusses several of these important cases and previews important issues to be decided in 2012.
Published in Consumer Financial Services Law Report. Reprinted with permission.