Brian P. Parker, P.C. has many solutions to help you stop debt collection. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (or FDCPA ) is a law that protects people from over zealous debt collectors and unscrupulous debt collection practices. Some common illegal practices by debt collectors are: Calls to you at work Calls to you at home at late hours Threats to notify your employer or other parties that you owe the debt Threats to sue you Threats or abusive language Contact or calls with family or neighbors