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Joseph P. McClelland, LLC – Multi-Practice Law Firm

Consumer Protection • Personal Injury • Family Law

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Credit Lawyer

Focus is in Fair Credit Reporting Act violations, credit repair, debt collection defense, robocall protection, personal injury claims, and family law matters. Serving clients across Georgia and nationwide. Great, thanks for coming to my site. Below, you’re going to find a list of most of the pages on the site. Some people like to play around with the navigation, and some people like to scroll through the master list. You do you, that’s what I say. So in this list, you’re going to find a great deal of pages; there are close to 200 pages in fact. I’ve put a small description beside each one of them to help you find what you’re looking for more easily.

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📊” /> Website Overview

  • 142 Total Indexable Pages
  • 8 Wrongfully Reported as Deceased Pages (PRIMARY SPECIALTY)
  • 32 FCRA Violation Pages
  • 21 Personal Injury Pages
  • 30 Credit Repair Pages
  • 100% Free Consultations

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🏛️” /> Homepage & Main Services (2 pages)

Joseph P. McClelland, LLC | Consumer Protection Law Firm

Main homepage for Atlanta-based multi-practice law firm. Showcases consumer protection, personal injury, and family law services. Primary entry point for potential clients seeking legal help with credit issues, accident claims, or family matters.

Atlanta Consumer Attorney

Comprehensive overview of consumer protection legal services available in Atlanta and throughout Georgia. Explains how the firm helps consumers fight back against unfair business practices, credit bureau errors, and violations of federal consumer protection laws.

📋” /> Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) Violations (36 pages)

🎯” /> PRIMARY LEGAL SPECIALTY

36 comprehensive pages covering every aspect of Fair Credit Reporting Act violations, disputes, and legal remedies. This represents the firm’s core expertise and most extensive practice area.

Fair Credit Reporting Act (Dispute) Attorney – Joseph McClelland, Esq.

Main FCRA practice page explaining how an experienced attorney can help dispute inaccurate credit report information. Covers consumer rights under federal law, the dispute process, and potential monetary damages available for FCRA violations.

FCRA Violations

Detailed explanation of common Fair Credit Reporting Act violations committed by credit bureaus, creditors, and data furnishers. Covers what constitutes a violation, examples of illegal practices, and legal remedies under federal law.

FCRA Lawsuit

Comprehensive guide to filing lawsuits under the Fair Credit Reporting Act against credit bureaus or creditors. Explains when you can sue, what evidence is needed, and potential damages for successful FCRA cases.

FCRA Damages

Complete guide to monetary damages available under FCRA lawsuits, including actual damages for harm caused, statutory damages up to $1,000 per violation, and attorney fees for successful cases.

Bankruptcy Errors on Your Credit Report? No Fee Guarantee

Specialized guide for consumers dealing with incorrect bankruptcy information on their credit reports. Explains how bankruptcy should be reported, common errors, and legal remedies for fixing bankruptcy reporting mistakes.

Dispute TransUnion LIKE A LAWYER – Joseph McClelland, Esq.

Step-by-step guide for disputing errors with TransUnion credit bureau using legal strategies. Shows consumers how to dispute like an attorney and when professional legal help becomes necessary for complex disputes.

Mistakenly Reported as Deceased – Dead 2025? [Joe Fixes for Free]

Critical resource for consumers incorrectly marked as deceased on credit reports. Explains the devastating impact of this error and how Attorney McClelland can help restore your “financial life” at no cost if you’ve been wrongfully reported as dead.

Equifax Deceased Indicators & What It Means

Detailed explanation of how Equifax marks consumers as deceased, specific indicators they use, and the catastrophic consequences this error can have on your financial life and ability to obtain credit.

Best Way to Locate an Experian Deceased Indicator

Step-by-step instructions for checking if Experian has incorrectly marked you as deceased. Shows exactly where to find these indicators on your credit report and immediate steps to take if discovered.

Best Way to Locate an Experian Deceased Indicator

Alternative guide for finding Experian deceased indicators. Provides comprehensive instructions for consumers to self-check their status and understand the implications of being marked as deceased.

📍” /> State-Specific Fair Credit Reporting Laws (25 Additional Pages)

Comprehensive coverage of Fair Credit Reporting Act laws and regulations for individual states, helping consumers understand their rights under both federal and state law.

Fair Credit Reporting Act – State Laws | Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Comprehensive overview of how state laws interact with federal FCRA requirements.

Does Texas Have a Fair Credit Reporting Law?

Analysis of Texas state credit reporting laws and how they complement federal FCRA protections.

No Good Hawaii Fair Credit Reporting Act Laws? State Review

Review of Hawaii’s credit reporting law landscape and consumer protection options.

Note: 22 additional state-specific pages provide detailed coverage of individual state credit reporting laws, consumer rights, and legal remedies available in each jurisdiction.

📊” /> Credit Reports & Credit Repair (32 pages)

💡” /> Comprehensive Credit Help: 32 pages covering every aspect of credit report errors, credit repair, mixed files, identity issues, and specific credit bureau problems. From basic credit report access to complex legal remedies.

7 Ways Atlanta Credit Repair Lawyers Help – Joseph McClelland, Esq.

Comprehensive guide explaining how experienced credit repair attorneys in Atlanta can help consumers legally fix credit report errors, remove inaccurate information, and improve credit scores. Details the attorney advantage over credit repair companies.

How to Get Your Credit Report

Step-by-step instructions for obtaining free annual credit reports from all three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). Explains legal rights to free reports and how to access them safely.

Medical Identity Theft 2020: How to Stop and Correct It

Comprehensive guide to medical identity theft, including how it happens, warning signs, immediate steps for victims, and how medical identity theft impacts credit reports and healthcare records.

Mixed Credit File

Explanation of mixed credit files where credit bureaus incorrectly merge information from different consumers with similar names, addresses, or Social Security numbers. Covers identification and legal remedies.

Brother and Sister Credit Merged Together

Specific information about sibling credit file mixing – a common problem where credit bureaus merge credit information between family members with similar names or addresses. Details how to separate merged files.

SageStream Credit Error

Information about SageStream, a lesser-known consumer reporting agency, and how errors in their database can affect your ability to get bank accounts, insurance, apartment rentals, and other financial services.

Sue Equifax: Top 5 Reasons by Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Legal guide outlining the top reasons consumers can sue Equifax credit bureau, including FCRA violations, data breach issues, and failure to properly investigate disputes. Explains when litigation is appropriate.

Dispute Equifax for Credit Report Errors Legally and Sue

Complete guide to disputing errors with Equifax credit bureau, including proper dispute procedures, legal requirements, and when to escalate to litigation for unresolved disputes.

Dispute Experian Credit Errors – Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Comprehensive resource for disputing credit report errors with Experian. Covers proper dispute procedures, legal requirements, and escalation options when Experian fails to correct errors.

Most Common Types of Credit Errors You Can Fix

Educational guide covering the most frequently occurring credit report errors, how to identify them, and step-by-step instructions for getting them corrected through proper legal channels.

Why You Should Never Dispute Your Credit Report Online

Important consumer warning about the dangers of online credit report disputes. Explains why online disputes often fail and how proper written disputes with legal backing are more effective.

3 Reasons Why Is My Credit Score Zero

Troubleshooting guide for consumers with zero credit scores or no credit score at all. Explains common causes and solutions for establishing or restoring a credit profile.

Twin’s Account Info on Your Credit Report? MUST SEE

Specialized guide for twins dealing with mixed credit files. Explains how credit bureaus often confuse twins’ information and the specific steps needed to separate and correct these unique mixed file situations.

Separating Credit Reports of Dad and Son

Guidance for fathers and sons (or other family members) whose credit files have been incorrectly merged by credit bureaus. Covers the legal process for separating mixed generational credit files.

Second Social Security Number on Credit Report

Help for consumers who discover an incorrect or second Social Security number on their credit report. Explains causes, consequences, and legal remedies for SSN-related credit report errors.

Someone Else’s Information on my Credit Report

Comprehensive resource for consumers who find completely unrelated accounts, personal information, or credit history from other people on their credit reports. Covers identification and removal strategies.

Mortgage Errors

Specialized information about mortgage-related errors on credit reports, including incorrect payment history, wrong loan amounts, or improperly reported mortgage modifications and foreclosures.

Credit Report Resource Center

Comprehensive hub of credit-related resources, tools, and information for consumers. Centralizes access to credit report help, dispute forms, legal information, and educational materials.

📋” /> Additional Credit Report Resources (14 More Pages)

Additional specialized pages covering fraud alerts, credit freezes, CFPB advisory opinions, and other credit-related legal issues.

Fraud Alerts and Credit Freezes by McClelland

Security measures to protect your credit from identity theft and unauthorized access.

CFPB Issues Advisory Opinion on Junk Data

Government guidance on “junk data” in credit reports and consumer rights.

Plus 12 more pages covering detailed credit report topics, specialized error types, and advanced credit repair strategies.

🚑” /> Personal Injury Law (21 pages)

⚖️” /> Full-Service Personal Injury Practice: 21 pages covering all types of accident and injury claims, from car accidents to wrongful death. Comprehensive legal representation for Georgia injury victims.

Personal Injury Attorney Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Main personal injury practice page covering all types of accident and injury claims in Georgia. Explains the firm’s approach to personal injury cases, client representation, and compensation recovery.

[HIRE] Atlanta Car Accident Attorney PLUS Credit Review

Unique service combining car accident legal representation with credit report review. Helps accident victims address both their injury claims and any credit issues that may arise during recovery.

Motorcycle Accident Attorney – Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Specialized legal representation for motorcycle accident victims in Georgia. Covers the unique legal challenges in motorcycle accident cases and strategies for maximum compensation recovery.

[HIRE] Atlanta Tractor Trailer & 18 Wheeler Accident Attorney

Specialized representation for victims of tractor-trailer and 18-wheeler accidents. Covers the complex legal and insurance issues involved in commercial vehicle accident cases.

Wrongful Death by Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Compassionate legal representation for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence or wrongful acts. Explains wrongful death claims, damages available, and the legal process in Georgia.

Brain Injury Claims in Georgia by Joseph McClelland, Esq.

Specialized legal help for traumatic brain injury victims and their families. Covers the complexities of brain injury cases, long-term care needs, and securing appropriate compensation.

Boating Accident Attorney Atlanta

Legal representation for boating and watercraft accident victims. Covers maritime law, liability issues, and compensation for injuries sustained in recreational and commercial boating accidents.

Injuries After Motor Vehicle Accidents

Comprehensive guide to common injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents, medical treatment considerations, and legal implications for injury claims and compensation.

Jackson, Georgia Personal Injury Lawyer – McClelland

Local personal injury legal services specifically for residents of Jackson, Georgia and surrounding areas. Covers local court procedures and community-specific injury law practice.

📋” /> Additional Personal Injury Resources (12 More Pages)

Specialized pages covering settlements, verdicts, case studies, attorney changes, demand letters, and trial strategies.

Policy Limit Settlements in Personal Injury Accidents

Information about securing maximum policy limit settlements in serious injury cases.

Personal Injury Demand Letters to Settle Claims

Legal strategy for writing effective demand letters to insurance companies.

Settlement or Trial of an Injury Claim

Guidance on deciding whether to settle an injury case or proceed to trial.

Change attorneys during your motorcycle accident case?

Information about changing legal representation during an ongoing injury case.

Case Study on a Motorcycle Settlements | Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Real case study example of motorcycle accident settlement strategies and outcomes.

Plus 7 more pages covering specialized injury claim scenarios and legal strategies.

💰” /> Debt Collection Companies & Defense (11 pages)

List of Debt Collection Companies

Comprehensive directory of debt collection agencies and companies. Helps consumers identify who is contacting them and provides information about each company’s practices, complaint history, and known violations.

[STOP] Collection Harassment Attorney // JOSEPH P. McCLELLAND, LLC

Legal defense against collection harassment under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). Explains consumer rights and how to stop abusive debt collector behavior through legal action.

Statute of Limitations State by State | Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

State-by-state breakdown of statutes of limitations for different types of debt (credit cards, medical bills, auto loans). Explains how old debt may be legally uncollectable and using this as a defense.

Is Consumer Services Portfolio Calling or Credit Reporting?

Specific information about Portfolio Recovery Associates, a major debt collection company. Covers their collection practices, credit reporting activities, and consumer rights when dealing with this collector.

Is American Credit Acceptance Calling or Credit Reporting?

Information about American Credit Acceptance collection practices and credit reporting. Helps consumers understand their rights and options when contacted by this debt collection company.

CSO Financial Collections Calling? **6 Questions You Must Ask**

Specific guidance for consumers contacted by CSO Financial Collections. Provides essential questions to ask and consumer rights when dealing with this debt collection agency.

6 Questions to Ask CMRE Financial Services Collections?

Consumer guide for dealing with CMRE Financial Services Collections. Outlines important questions to ask and legal rights when contacted by this debt collection company.

Diversified Consultants, Inc. Collections Credit Reporting?

Information about Diversified Consultants, Inc. collection and credit reporting practices. Helps consumers understand their rights when dealing with this debt collection agency.

Is First Investors Calling or Credit Reporting?

Specific information about First Investors collection and credit reporting activities. Covers consumer rights and legal options when contacted by this financial services company.

Is ABC Financial Services Calling or Credit Reporting?

Consumer guide for dealing with ABC Financial Services collection calls and credit reporting. Explains consumer rights and legal remedies when contacted by this company.

📋” /> Additional Collection Defense Resources

Includes pages on stopping wrong number calls, Wells Fargo repossession defense, and general collection harassment protection.

[**How to STOP**] Collectors Calling the Wrong Number

Legal help for consumers receiving collection calls intended for other people.

How To Stop Unwanted Calls To Your Cell in 2019

Legal strategies for stopping unwanted collection calls to cell phones.

📍” /> Location-Specific Services (11 pages)

🗺️” /> Georgia Coverage: Specialized pages for specific Georgia cities and regions, providing localized legal services and information for consumers throughout the state.

Locations for Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Main locations page showing all areas served by the law firm throughout Georgia. Includes office locations, service areas, and contact information for different regions.

Credit Repair Attorney Macon – Credit Errors & Identity Theft

Specialized credit repair and consumer protection legal services for Macon, Georgia residents. Covers local court procedures and credit error resolution for the Macon area.

7 Ways Stockbridge Credit Repair Lawyers Help

Credit repair attorney services specifically for Stockbridge, Georgia residents. Explains how local credit repair lawyers can help fix credit report errors and consumer protection violations.

Plus 8 additional location-specific pages covering various Georgia cities and regions with tailored legal services.

📞” /> Robocalls & TCPA Violations (6 pages)

Robocalls | Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Main robocall practice page covering legal remedies under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). Explains how consumers can recover damages up to $1,500 per illegal robocall.

[STOP Robocalls] TCPA Lawyer ($500-$1,500 Per Call)

Detailed coverage of Telephone Consumer Protection Act violations and monetary damages available. Explains potential recovery of $500-$1,500 per illegal robocall, text, or fax.

What Is a Robocall?

Educational resource explaining what constitutes a robocall under federal law, different types of automated calls, and which ones are illegal. Helps consumers identify potential TCPA violations.

Sue Collector for Robocalling After Saying Stop Calling

Legal information about suing debt collectors who continue robocalling after being told to stop. Covers TCPA violations and potential damages for continued illegal calling.

Plus 2 additional pages covering wrong number robocalls and cell phone protection strategies.

🔍” /> Background Check Errors (5 pages)

Background Check Errors – Can You Sue?

General information about background check errors and legal remedies available when incorrect information affects employment, housing, or other opportunities. Explains when litigation is appropriate.

Checkr Background Check Errors: Must Know FACTS

Specific information about errors in Checkr background screening reports. Covers how to identify errors, dispute procedures, and legal remedies when Checkr reports incorrect information.

Sterling Background Check Error: Top FACTS

Consumer guide to Sterling background check errors and legal remedies. Explains how Sterling Backcheck mistakes can affect employment and legal options for correction.

Accurate Background Error? [Learn Your Rights]

Information about errors in Accurate Background screening reports and consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Covers dispute procedures and legal remedies.

GoodHire Background Errors

Consumer protection information for GoodHire background screening errors. Explains how to identify mistakes, dispute incorrect information, and seek legal remedies for FCRA violations.

📈” /> CFPB Statistics & Government Data (3 pages)

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CFPB Georgia Statistics – Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau complaint statistics and data specific to Georgia. Shows trends in consumer financial complaints from Georgia residents and establishes the need for consumer protection services.

CFPB California Statistics – Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau complaint data for California. Provides statistical analysis of consumer financial issues and complaint trends for California residents.

CFPB Georgia Statistics [INCORRECT TITLE – SHOULD BE FLORIDA]

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau complaint statistics for Florida (page has incorrect title showing “Georgia Statistics” but should display Florida-specific CFPB data and complaint trends).

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦” /> Family Law (Divorce & Adoption) (3 pages)

Atlanta Divorce Attorney Joseph McClelland, LLC for Family Law

Divorce and family law legal services in Atlanta and throughout Georgia. Covers divorce proceedings, child custody, property division, and other family law matters.

Uncontested Divorce in Ga | Atlanta Uncontested Divorce Attorney

Specialized services for uncontested divorce cases in Georgia. Covers the streamlined process for couples who agree on divorce terms and want efficient, cost-effective legal help.

Atlanta Adoption Lawyer

Legal services for adoption proceedings in Georgia. Covers various types of adoptions, legal requirements, court procedures, and assistance for families expanding through adoption.

🆔” /> Identity Theft (2 pages)

[FIX CREDIT] Identity Theft Attorney for Fraud VICTIMS

Legal representation for identity theft victims dealing with credit report damage and fraudulent accounts. Covers legal remedies for fixing credit after identity theft and recovering damages.

Identity Theft What To Do | Definitive Guide to ID Theft

Comprehensive step-by-step guide for identity theft victims. Covers immediate actions to take, how to report identity theft, credit protection steps, and legal remedies available.

💀” /> Deceased/Death Master File Issues (2 pages)

🚨” /> CRITICAL ISSUE: Being incorrectly reported as deceased can completely destroy a person’s financial life. These pages address this devastating error and legal remedies.

Death Master File Error

Information about errors in the Social Security Death Master File and how they affect consumers. Explains what happens when someone is incorrectly listed as deceased and legal remedies available.

Social Security Administration Declared Dead

Legal help for consumers who have been incorrectly declared dead by the Social Security Administration. Covers the impact on benefits, credit, and financial services, plus legal remedies.

📚” /> Resources & Legal Information (8 pages)

Joseph P. McClelland, III, Esq.

Detailed biography and professional background of Attorney Joseph P. McClelland, including education, experience, bar admissions, and commitment to consumer protection and personal injury law.

Free Case Review by Attorney Joseph McClelland, Esq.

Information about free case evaluations for potential clients. Explains the consultation process, what to expect, and how to prepare for discussing your legal matter with the attorney.

Testimonials & Reviews of Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Client testimonials and reviews showcasing the firm’s successful representation in consumer protection, personal injury, and family law cases. Real client experiences and case outcomes.

Law blog – Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Legal blog featuring articles on consumer protection law, personal injury topics, credit repair, debt collection defense, and other legal issues affecting consumers in Georgia.

Consumer Law Videos by Joseph McClelland

Educational video library covering consumer protection topics, legal rights, and practical advice for dealing with credit issues, debt collectors, and other consumer law matters.

Joseph P. McClelland’s Newsroom and Press Releases

Media coverage, press releases, and news about the law firm’s cases, legal victories, and community involvement. Showcases the firm’s impact on consumer protection law.

Resources Page by Joseph P. McClelland, LLC

Central hub of legal resources, helpful links, educational materials, and tools for consumers dealing with credit issues, debt collection, personal injury, or family law matters.

Client Area by Joseph P. McClelland, LLC (Clients only)

Secure client portal for existing clients to access case information, documents, updates, and communicate with the legal team. Password-protected area for active clients only.

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Consumer Protection • Personal Injury • Family Law

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Serving: Atlanta, Georgia and surrounding areas • Nationwide consumer protection cases
Fee Structure: Many cases handled on contingency fee basis • Free consultations always available