Andy Paulsen-WESB NEWSAug 25, 2020 1:37 PM
Northwest "Under Scrutiny" for Car Loan Practices
An area bank is under scrutiny by the state Attorney General�s office.
Attorney General Josh Shapiro took action against Northwest Bank for alleged aggressive collection practices on car loans. Shapiro�s office got involved after the bank filed multiple collection suits against borrowers, while also allegedly sending letters threatening further legal action.
The bank hasn�t admitted any wrongdoing and customers qualifying for relief will be notified by the bank.
Northwest "Under Scrutiny" for Car Loan Practices
An area bank is under scrutiny by the state Attorney General�s office.
Attorney General Josh Shapiro took action against Northwest Bank for alleged aggressive collection practices on car loans. Shapiro�s office got involved after the bank filed multiple collection suits against borrowers, while also allegedly sending letters threatening further legal action.
The bank hasn�t admitted any wrongdoing and customers qualifying for relief will be notified by the bank.