Associate
Adam W. Short
Consumer Litigation Associates, P.C. · Newport News, Virginia
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Adam W. Short is an associate at Consumer Litigation Associates focused on representing consumers in FCRA and consumer protection matters. He brings dedication and attention to detail to every client matter, working to ensure consumers receive the vigorous advocacy they deserve.
Adam was admitted to the Virginia State Bar in 2023 after completing his legal education at Regent University's Robertson School of Law. He also served on the Virginia Supreme Court Medical Malpractice Review Panel.
Written by Adam
The 1099-C Trap: When Debt Collectors Use the IRS Against You
Some debt collectors send 1099-C forms claiming they canceled your debt, even when they are still trying to collect it. That can leave you with a tax bill for money you never received.
Debt Collection · 6 min read
Why the Credit Monitoring Industry Makes Free Reports Hard
Credit bureaus earn enormous profits selling monitoring services.
Consumer Protection · 4 min read
How Credit Bureaus Make Free Reports Harder to Get
You have a legal right to free credit reports, and since the pandemic, all three bureaus offer them free every week at AnnualCreditReport.com.
Consumer Rights · 4 min read
Why Credit Monitoring Isn't Worth Your Money (Freeze Instead)
Credit monitoring services promise to protect you from identity theft. The reality?
Consumer Protection · 6 min read
The Seven-Year Rule: When Negative Credit Info Must Drop Off
Most negative information on your credit report must be removed after seven years. But the exceptions matter, and the bureaus do not always follow the rules.
Credit Reporting · 6 min read