716-748-7262

They Call and leave message like...This is the Justice Department, we have a federal warrent for your arrest please call us back at 877-291-3974. When called it is a collection agency who represent themselves as lawyers from different agencies.  When asked to send documentation and verification of debt, they refuse only to say they will speak and send information to my legal representive.  Also have left messages saying that I am a supsect in a vechicular incident and need to call immediately, stating you have been notified.  Another message I am a supsect in a checking incident and if I don't call they will forward my information on to the Justice Department.  Each time the use a different Companys name. Last time was Mitchell and Myer, last time it was Finch and Finley.  They never tell you straight up who they are.  Each time I respond to their messages or get I live call I request hard copy of all the debt I am suppost to owe but they have or will not send it and the calls have continued for over a year now.  Now they are calling family members and telling them I am in trouble with the law and need to contact them immediately to stop further action.

The owner of these numbers is Stephanie Lowinger, of Morgan Stone and Associates a.k.a. Neimen Rona and Associates a.k.a. Gordon Cappolli and Associates. The NY Attorney General is suing her company and charging her with Scheme to Defraud in the First Degree.

http://www.ag.ny.gov/media_center/2010/sep/sep27a_10.html

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ATTORNEY GENERAL CUOMO ANNOUNCES FELONY CHARGES AGAINST OWNER OF DEBT COLLECTION COMPANY THAT TARGETED MILITARY PERSONNEL
Cuomo also files civil suit to shut down company
Actions part of industry-wide investigation into abusive debt collection companies

BUFFALO, N.Y. (September 27, 2010) - Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the filing of felony charges against the owner of a debt collection company that targeted military personnel and harassed active members of the military and their families.

The investigation led to the filing of criminal charges against Stephanie Lowinger of Anderson Place in Buffalo, owner and operator of Neimen, Rona & Associates, formerly Morgan, Stone & Associates and now known as Gordon, Cappolli & Associates, all debt collection companies based in the Buffalo area. In addition to the criminal charges, the Attorney General has also filed a civil lawsuit seeking to shut down Lowinger’s operation and secure restitution, penalties, and costs. The action is the latest in Attorney General Cuomo’s ongoing probe of illegal practices in the debt collection industry.

Attorney General Cuomo’s investigation found that Lowinger specifically targeted military personnel, referring to their alleged debts as “special accounts.” Lowinger instructed employees to find out where the military members were stationed and identify their commanding officers. Lowinger had employees threaten to call and, in some cases, actually did call the commanding officers, both of which are illegal debt collection tactics.

According to a former employee, Lowinger also contacted the military personnel’s family members in order compel them to pay, another illegal tactic. In addition, the investigation uncovered that Lowinger falsely told military members or their families that she worked for the Department of Justice and illegally demanded immediate payment. She allegedly said that if payment was not made immediately, the active duty family member would be arrested by the military police and would face a dishonorable discharge.

“This individual is accused of operating her businesses in a lawless fashion, instructing her collectors to do anything necessary to collect on an alleged debt, even if it meant harassing and threatening members of the military and their families,” said Attorney General Cuomo. “We will continue to investigate debt collectors who try to take advantage of unsuspecting individuals facing hard economic times and we will bring them to justice.”

Among the allegations detailed in Attorney General Cuomo’s court papers, Lowinger and her collectors:

  * Falsely claimed to be lawyers, investigators, detectives, and mediators
  * Threatened consumers with arrest, jail, and lawsuits
  * Threatened to seize the assets of consumers
  * Inflated the amount allegedly owed
  * Attempted to collect debts from consumers not knowing if the consumer actually owed the debt
  * Targeted family members of consumers, wrongfully disclosing the existence of alleged debts to family members, and attempted to collect the alleged debts from family members
  * Harassed consumers through repeated and constant calls, using abusive language
  * Levied unauthorized charges on the credit card accounts of consumers

According to court papers, Lowinger operated Morgan, Stone & Associates out of 1211 Hertel Avenue in Buffalo beginning in May 2009. After complaints began to mount, she shut down and then reopened as Neimen, Rona & Associates using the same address, contact information, and even the same logo. In the fall of 2009, Lowinger moved Neimen, Rona & Associates to 255 Great Arrow Avenue, and in August 2010, changed her business name to Gordon, Cappolli & Associates. Despite the appearance of being different companies, all three firms are controlled by Lowinger.

The Attorney General’s Office, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) have received dozens of complaints regarding violations of law by the Lowinger operation. The BBB has given Lowinger’s businesses an “F” rating.

Attorney General Cuomo’s lawsuit seeks to permanently shut down Lowinger’s debt collection businesses and require restitution to those defrauded, as well as penalties and costs to the state. Lowinger and her companies are charged with Scheme to Defraud in the First Degree (class E felony). The maximum penalty for the charge is 4 years in prison.

Military service members can be vulnerable targets for abusive debt collection practices since their status, rank, or security clearance can be adversely affected. Complaints already received and evidence uncovered during the investigation show that military service members and their families were subjected to wrongful practices, including:

  * Unauthorized calls to commanding officers
  * Threats of arrest by military police
  * Threats of a dishonorable discharge
  * Threats of loss of security status
  * Threats of court martial

Attorney General Cuomo urges consumers who wish to learn more to visit www.NYDebtHelp.com . The site explains consumers’ rights, gives victims of abusive debt collection and debt settlement companies quick access to the Attorney General’s Office to file complaints, and outlines the stages of the investigation.

The civil case against Stephanie Lowinger and Neimen Rona & Associates is being handled by Assistant Attorney General James Morrissey and Senior Consumer Fraud Representative Karen Davis under the supervision of Deputy Attorney General for Regional Affairs J. David Sampson. The criminal case is being handled by Assistant Attorney General Paul McCarthy under the supervision of Deputy Bureau Chief Richard Ernst and Bureau Chief Gail Heatherly of the Criminal Prosecutions Bureau.

The charges against the defendant are merely accusations and she is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Does anyone know if Obrien, Wexler and Associates is one of hers? My Attorney has filed a complaint in NY District court. In the past I have recieved messages from  Neimen Rona / Gordon Cappolli / Mitchell & Myers.

I too have been receiving call from someone who calls themselves Mitchell, Meyers & Associates. The threaten all kinds of things. The question is, how do we stop these people? There has to be a way to do it.

stephanie Lowinger of 60 Anderson Ave in buffalo new york is the previous owner of neimen rona and associates her and her collectors were using illegal tactics to collect so they changed their name to Gordon, cappolli & Associates at 255 Great Arrow ave suite 4 in buffalo ny on september 26 they were raided by the attorney general's office they have recently moved to 2211 Sheridan Drive in Tonawanda, NY 14223 and are now collecting under the name Mitchell, Meyers & Associates Stephanie disguises herself as the head legal advisor she increase bills by way more than what people really owe thier new office number is 716-748-7261

This company is a scam if they contact you, you are strongly advised to contact Ms. Karen Davis at the New York State Attorney General's office at 716-853-8416 they are charging people up to 1,000 dollars more than what they really owe the owner is Stephanie Lowinger

received a call stating they were collecting for a check scam they could not give me any information on this supposed debt.

contact karen davis and she will get her shut down

Adam K. Bone is calling my sister from Mitchell Meyers & Associates telling her she is under investigation for possible check fraud with Southeast Financial Credit Union.  He called while she was having surgery.  Told him would not be able to talk to her for a while.  I told him it was a bogus claim and he got nasty.  Told me he had her down to her social security number and bank statements.  When I started asking questions, he asked to speak to her parents and refused to answer anymore of my questions.  He then called my sister again the following week and left a voice mail message for her to call 8772913974.  I looked up the number and found this blog.  I called Karen Davis and filed a formal complaint with NY's AG's office.  He called my sister again today (12/22/10).  She asked him for the last 4 digits of the person in question ssn.  He gave them to her and of course were not hers.  He then told her that he had just talked to our father.  Our father was not home nor did he receive a call on their cell.

Adam Claybow with Mitchell and Myers called me today... I've been getting LOTS of scam calls so I didn't think much of it until I heard the words "Texell Federal Credit Union". Unfortunately, I did have an account with them some 5-6 years ago and it was left in a negative balance due to jobloss. To be honest with you, I have completely forgotten about it. I freaked out and called the bank and this woman says... yes, it's real. You are being sued for check fraud unless you contact them now! She was very rude. At first I felt it was another scam, but after speaking with her.. I'm VERY confused. Is this real? I did talk to the bank? but it's 6 years old??? It's on my credit! Can they sue you after so long? I am going down to the bank to talk to them in person... I normally do not run away from debt, I just simply forgot but do plan on taking care of business. So please, no rude comments. I will update you all after the visit to the bank.

They are fake debt collectors.  They are under investigation for fraudulent collection practices.  They are not lawyers at all.  Check out the AG in NY, you will see the truth.
Selected Entity Name: BRYANT & BENJAMIN SERVICES, LLC
Selected Entity Status Information Current Entity Name:     BRYANT & BENJAMIN SERVICES, LLC
Initial DOS Filing Date:     APRIL 09, 2010
County:     ERIE
Jurisdiction:     NEW YORK
Entity Type:     DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Current Entity Status:     ACTIVE

Selected Entity Address Information DOS Process (Address to which DOS will mail process if accepted on behalf of the entity)
BRYANT & BENJAMIN SERVICES, LLC
255 DELAWARE AVENUE
SUITE 2A
BUFFALO, NEW YORK, 14202
Registered Agent
NONE
This is just one of their names.  They have many.  Good luck.  Google bryant and benjamin law, and notice it is not a law firm.  Niether is the company calling you.  The American Bar Association website can find any law firm in America.  Check it out sweeeeeeetie pie!!!!  Save your money, 6 years sounds like past the statute of limitations.  Google 1-888-239-9586, and see for yourself, they are a pay day loan collector out of buffalo ny.  Not a law firm.  Do the research, and call them back and ask for an address, and then google that address, and it may pop up as being involved in some kind of scam.

"samantha Rosen" is actually , Stephanie Lowinger owner and subject of recent criminal action

sounds like a unpaid student loan...

This seems like something my wife and i are going through.. Several years ago she signed up for (then cancelled) her TCN account.   That was 4 years ago..  Today my wife recieved a call saying that she was prosectued for check fraud and they (southeast financial) were owed  $8,000!  It was not southeast financial per-say but a "rep" for us and them.. they sure did not seem like they were representing us the way they were talking to us.   She supposedly has until tomorrow to contact them or they would go through with legal action.............. Sure, it is our fault i guess that the money is owed to them (even though we tried to cancel) but is this just scare tactics or are they a legit law firm?  they said the call was from mitchell myers and associates

You are right this company is a scam. The owner is a terrible person. She owes everyone money And has not paid her employees. She sleeps with her employees and does drugs with them too. Contact Karen Davis with any problems, questions, or concerns. There is help out there. Call FTC, bbb for help. They will shut her down.

CONTACT ATTORNEY GENERAL KAREN DAVIS 7168538416 WITH ANY COMPLAINTS

Behind the bar police found Stephanie L. Lowinger and two men standing around and questioned them regarding the gun call. None of the people said they had any idea about the gun call, but officers asked Lowinger if they could look in her purse and she reportedly agreed. Inside, they found five small bags of marijuana which Lowinger said were hers.

Don't forget the numerous cases against with CPS in new York state. That she claim to be closed and didn't pay any of her employees and closed her office and opened up a new office. Stephanie what happened to the cash ! Call Karen Davis she will help you !!!

Stephanie Lowinger is the owner of this scam poor excuse of a company
her employee Adam real name is Maurice Mcgee
Brian Miller and John Dean are her top two collectors these people are making thousands of dollars off of debtors by over charging them and pocketing the overage money call 877-291-3974 and ask for them by name

IF YOU GOT THE MONEY PAY IT BACK JUST MAKE SURE YOU GET SOMTHING IN BLACK AND WHITE  WHY DO YOU PEOPLE GET MAD WHEN ITS TIME TO PAY UP  SO PAY UP AND DO SOMTHING FOR YOUR COUNTRY



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