888-782-1516

just got a call that i would be served any info on this number?

Legitimate process servers do not call to warn you, or to get money from you to stop the process.  They will deliver the notification without warning.

Thats what i thought.  sounds like a scam they gave me a number to call to verify info.  Said it was a civil action and that i would need to appear in court.  Sounds fishy to me!

i just received a call from this number saying the same thing but asking for my husband.... said they have been trying to find him to get him some legal documents. said they were calling from ww associates. I looked up the company they have a website. not sure if I need to have the husband return the call or not.

I originally got a call from 757-453-2117 from something being called The Office of Civil Proceedings. They claimed there was a civil suit pending against me. They gave me a reference number & this phone number for W W Associates who was handling the case. When I spoke with W W Associates, they claimed I had a debt for $1300 outstanding with Bank of America from 2008 and that a process server would be visiting me on Monday with a subpoena. And that if this ended up in court, I would be responsible for $5300 including attorney's fees, etc. They mentioned garnisheering my pay for the funds. The only way to stop this process server would be by paying them $125 right then and there. They scared the crap out of me.  I actually almost paid the funds to stop them, but luckily they did not take Amex. They said they would give me an extension until Monday to pay the $125. I took the rep's info and said I would call Monday with a Visa payement. After I calmed down and came to my senses, I looked up the original # that called me and the 888 number I was referred to. Based on what I've read, these people are scam artists and bullies. I called them back to ask for their address - they refused to give it to me. I asked for a copy of the bill/paperwork to be emailed to me - they told me they didn't have my file since it was in litigation. I also asked them who the original debt was owed to (I have never done business with BofA), but they had no answer. All I know is that these people and their scare tactics almost worked on me. If I do owe a debt, I'll take my chances on a subpoena, but these people aren't getting a red cent out of me. They need to be stopped/reported to everyone.

For Extortion Scam Operations,  File reports with the FBI, your state attorney general and Department Of Justice,CFB,FTC & FCC..

http://www.nw3c.org/
http://www.ic3.gov/default.aspx
http://www.fbi.gov/
http://www.stopfraud.gov/report.html
https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/#&panel1-1
https://esupport.fcc.gov/ccmsforms/form1088.action
http://www.consumerfinance.gov/complaint/
http://www.fraud.org/
Tip off FBI about this extortion attempt by filing form at: stips.fbi.gov/

Also read up on the laws and your rights:

https://800notes.com/arts/Jb8EW-eDhQA/harassi ... ou-need-to-know
See Residents post here also:
https://800notes.com/forum/ta-34af6a034ba34b6/unending-collection-calls
Templates of Letters:
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-319-242-7350

http://www.ftc.gov/os/statutes/fdcpajump.shtm
http://www.consumerfinance.gov/askcfpb/search ...
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/pdf-0096-fair-credit-reporting-act.pdf
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0149-debt-collection

And see:

https://800notes.com/forum/ta-944ec1426a8bcbb ... service-attacks
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http://www.clarkhoward.com/news/clark-howard/ ... r-phones/ndF4c/
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http://www.net-security.org/article.php?id=1828
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https://800notes.com/forum/ta-86217073a9c8dad ... 077595690349410
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http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0258-fake-debt-collectors
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http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubs/pressreleases/extortion_scam.htm
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http://www.fdcpa.me/fake-process-server-injunction/
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https://800notes.com/forum/ta-9413b3202bc8b6c ... net%27s-tactics
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http://dfi.wa.gov/consumers/alerts/cashnet-payday.htm
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http://www.cashnetusa.com/consumer-notices
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Extortion Scam Related to Delinquent Payday Loans

Washington, D.C.
December 07, 2010  FBI National Press Office
(202) 324-3691

— filed under: Press Release

The Internet Crime Complaint Center has received many complaints from victims of payday loan telephone collection scams. Callers claim the victim is delinquent in a payday loan and must repay the loan to avoid legal consequences. The callers purport to be representatives of the FBI, Federal Legislative Department, various law firms, or other legitimate-sounding agencies. They claim to be collecting debts for companies such as United Cash Advance, U.S. Cash Advance, U.S. Cash Net, and other Internet check-cashing services.

According to complaints received from the public, the callers have accurate data about victims, including Social Security numbers, dates of birth, addresses, employer information, bank account numbers, and the names and telephone numbers of relatives and friends. How the fraudsters obtained the personal information varies, but in some cases victims have reported they completed online applications for other loans or credit cards before the calls started.

The fraudsters relentlessly call the victim’s home, cell phone, and place of employment. They refuse to provide any details about the alleged payday loans and become abusive when questioned. The callers have threatened victims with legal actions, arrests, and, in some cases, physical violence if they do not pay. In many cases, the callers harass victims’ relatives, friends, and employers.

I got the same message I asked her not to call my sisters number.  I didn't tell them who I was. I asked the woman the address of business she wouldn't give it to me. Scam!!

They have been calling and calling, I already know it's a scam so I haven been answering the phone. Well now some how they got my son's  and work number and have been calling those numbers too. they told my son they have some legal documents for me. I contacted them, and the lady that answer the phone asked me for a case number, I didn give it to her instead I asked her who they wore and their location. She immediately she hung up the phone. I called her back and she didnt answer, I called her from another phone and she answered, but hung up on me once more.  

They called me this morning from 757-453-2117, I answered and there was no one on the line. They called my husband and gave him a different number (888.782.1516) and a reference number. I called back and the woman asked me to verify the first five digits of my SSN. When I told her I would not she said she would not be able to confirm the details of the proceedings against me. I told her to send whatever she would like and I would go over it with my attorney, but that I was confident her contact with me was illegal. She said ma'am that will be enough and hung up the phone. I don't think I'll be hearing from them again.

I received a call from that number.. They said I owed almost 5000 dollars to citi bank.. I informed them I have never had an account with citi bank.. They then called my mother in laws stating she was a contact number for me.. Which is crazy because I didn't get married until 2012 and this account was opened on 2008... They told me they had no information and would need my payment today or I was going to be sued! I called citi bank they have no information.. Then called the county clerks office and they had no information either.. Such a scam!!!!! They had no information about anything.. A really collector would be able to tell me something.. I called them back and said u are scam artist.. Sad that some people probably would fall for this... And then they would drain ur account!!

They said I owed $1100 for Finger Hut and if I did not pay today they were going to submit a summons for legal fees. I did a reverse number look up for all the numbers.  I asked for a paper to prove the debt that was supposed to be closed in 2012 it had the wrong last 4 SS numbers that is what clued me in to begin with. I could not find any numbers in reverse look up. I could not find anything about the company.  Then someone pulled an inquire on my credit report specific in the credit company that they told me to look into .  Bogus.  Thank goodness I have identity protection. I have reported them.  

See:  http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0149-debt-collection

See:  http://www.bbb.org/sanjose/business-reviews/c ... ale-ca-84004710

This Business is not BBB Accredited
W W & Associates
(818) 549-9887
425 E Colorado St Ste 755, Glendale, CA 91205-1675

I called them at the 888 number.   I asked them if they were still at the BBB address. Nasty lady on the line hesitated--a little too long-- and then simply refused to answer and started talking over me demanding a case number.  Total scam artists.   I advise everyone to call them back up and simply ask the same question.  Wind them up.  I'm pretty sure this address is still valid.  Otherwise don't talk to these people and block their calls.  If they have a valid debt tell them to send you a debt validation letter by US mail.  E-mail no good.  They don't do this, tell them to go to hell! Do it loudly.  

See:  http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0149-debt-collection

Do not pay them! they are scam artist. If you want to pay then pay directly to the company that you owed. Do not pay these [***]! They scared the hell out of me. I told them see you in court. I have a lot of time!

A Girl called Me (Bea Virginia #765-341-0353) says She is a Process Server for www.associates & had "Legal Documents" for Me to Sign but could not tell me what "Legal Documents" She had for Me.  Since I was Persistent on Her Telling Me what "Legal Documents" She had for Me, She told Me to Call www.Associates direct at 888-782-1516 but looked it up first because Process Servers don't Call to Warn You so just like My thoughts were, "THIS IS A SCAM" !!!  Watch out People !!!                                                                              

called said i was going to be served for law suite but would give no info out on it.

Got a call from my son-in-law that www.associates was trying to reach my husband re legal documents.  I called them back at this 888 number.  Totally, would not give out any info--just wanted to verify my husband's SSN.  I told her if there were legal documents, she must have my attorney's contact information.  She told me to have a BLESSED DAY and hung up.  I continued to call back until the number was disconnected.  Left a voice mail that I would be contacting the local FBI office.  We had been through a similar set of phone calls about 6 months ago.  BTW we have no debts, so any debt collection was a impossibility. Be ready for these people.  Huge scam.

They are more than a scam they pull out debts that people dont owe, they also tell you,  you will be going to jail. A civil suit cannot resolve to jail time. They had 3 more different company names eisenburg whitman and associates, ewa, now ww and associates.  Bad business I hope noone else has to deal with this company.  I investigated location based out of florida, however they must have figured out they were being looked for because they were no longer in the building they originally were in. Watch out for them they are stealing people's money and not reporting it to the BBB

Super nasty group.  Don't call them back.  Don't talk to them.  Don't give them any information or money.

Most likely this group here:

http://www.bbb.org/sanjose/business-reviews/c ... ale-ca-84004710


W W & Associates
(818) 549-9887
425 E Colorado St Ste 755, Glendale, CA 91205-1675

Out of curiosity I called these people up awhile back.  Nasty lady on the line;  didn't want to give me their address but when I mentioned the BBB information, they hesitated--so I suspect that they are the same people and the current BBB address is correct.

W W & Associates
(818) 549-9887
425 E Colorado St Ste 755, Glendale, CA 91205-1675