July 22, 2025

A failed attempt to steal your identity may feel like a close call—but legally and financially, it’s still an urgent warning. Whether the fraud was blocked by a lender, rejected through security protocols, or caught by a credit alert, an attempted identity theft is a sign that your personal data is already in circulation. According to Petroff Amshen LLP, the next steps matter just as much as they would in a completed attack.

July 15, 2025

In a significant decision for homeowners in New York, the Supreme Court of Queens County rejected a foreclosure effort brought by PNC Bank, N.A., awarding over $60,000 in attorneys’ fees to Petroff Amshen LLP. The ruling not only preserved the defendants’ home, but also affirmed their right to recover the cost of their legal defense.

July 8, 2025

In a recent decision, the Appellate Division, Second Department, affirmed the importance of reliable public filings and protected the rights of a third-party property owner caught in a foreclosure dispute involving Bank of America.

June 24, 2025

When inaccurate or outdated collection accounts show up on a credit report, the consequences can be immediate, from denied loans, increased interest rates, or even job application rejections.

July 1, 2025

For New York homeowners facing foreclosure, a powerful legal reform is shifting the balance. The Foreclosure Abuse Prevention Act (“FAPA”), signed into law in December 2022, has introduced substantial new protections that limit abusive litigation practices by lenders. But many consumers are still asking: What does FAPA stand for—and how does it work?