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Harris & Harris Harassment

Michael Agruss

Written and Reviewed by Michael Agruss

  • Managing Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer at Mike Agruss Law.
  • Over 20 years of experience in Personal Injury.
  • Over 8000+ consumer rights cases settled.
  • Graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor, 2004.

Are you being harassed by Harris & Harris over a debt? End the harassment now and get money damages. You do not need to pay for our services. Whether or not you owe the debt in question, you are protected by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).

The FDCPA has protected consumers since 1977. This federal law protects you from unfair or abusive debt collection practices through clear rules about what debt collectors may and may not do while collecting a debt, as well as things they must do under law.

Harris & Harris is a Chicago-based debt collection agency founded in 1968. Harris & Harris, Ltd. collects debt for healthcare providers, government agencies, and utility services and is licensed throughout the United States. Its healthcare division has three separate divisions: extended business office/pre-collect which offers insurance follow-up and self-pay billing; commercial insurance resolution; and primary and secondary contingency collections.

Harris & Harris, Ltd. also offers litigation services to its clients.

Harris & Harris, Ltd. is not accredited with the Better Business Bureau and has an A+ rating with 64 complaints filed in the last three years. According to Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER), Harris & Harris has been sued more than 50 times since 1996, with two lawsuits filed as recently as March 2014.

Phone numbers associated with Harris & Harris:
312-423-7524, 312-423-7328, 312-348-1528, 312-423-7539, 312-604-7184, 312-251-2310, 312-265-9029, 312-604-7175, 312-423-7329, 312-348-1534, 877-588-6670, 630-868-8112, 312-604-7162, 312-604-7173, 212-571-4900, 713-220-3493, 312-604-7176, 312-423-7338, 312-604-7103, 312-893-4840, 312-604-7109, 312-423-7484, 312-893-4828, 312-423-7555, 312-624-6174, 312-348-1536, 312-348-1558, 312-893-4791, 312-893-4866, 312-348-1532, 312-380-4056, 312-380-4033, 312-380-4058, 312-423-7344, 312-460-3903, 877-806-1197, 312-348-1551, 312-893-4804, 312-423-7474, 320-928-6614, 312-380-4057, 312-574-1835, 312-893-4785

Mike Agruss Law, has helped thousands of consumers stop debt collection harassment. We would like to help you, too. Under the law, we can get the collector to stop harassing you, and get you money damages. Plus, the collector will be responsible for our attorney’s fees and costs. You won’t owe us a dime for our services. Contact us today. We look forward to speaking with you.

Submitted Comments

Helen Threadgill
9 years ago
I do not need to be reminded I owe bills. I do not answer numbers I do not know. They call at all times and I would love to have it stop. please contact me thru email as I work and have alot going on with my family.
Fred Norful
9 years ago
I keep getting harassing calls from Harris & Harris. I don't know how they get to my extension. My extension is not publicly listed. I owe no debts to anyone. I have just left a message for a Carol Yecko (sp?). I am expecting them to figure out the problem with their system, even if it means that they have to block their entire range of 317-541-xxxx and 866-900-xxxx numbers. Let me know how you can help, both short (stop hearing from these idiots) and long (sue these idiots) term. Thank you.
Tiffany
8 years ago
I have been contacted by Harris & Harris repeatedly. I understand I owe for my son's medical bills; however, the manner in which they speak with me during follow up calls is terrible. I've explained that I will contact them when I'm prepared to set up arrangements but they just keep calling. Sometimes several times during the course of a day. Please help! Thanks!
Rosemary Edwards
8 years ago
They need to stop calling me every single day! they call my father looking for me or my husband! Harassment!
Mike Agruss
8 years ago
Hello Rosemary, I'm sorry to hear of these constant calls. We have settled thousands of similar cases and can certainly help you end the harassment once and for all. Thanks. - Mike
Donna
8 years ago
My mother, 89 years old, is being harassed by Harris & Harris over an alleged debt, we say does not exist. The state of Kansas says she made over $200K in one year, this is absolutely not correct. She has zero assets & lives on $1000 SS, food stamps and other Gov. help. I am about to send them a cease & desist letter but, I thought you might have fun 'nailing' them. Please advise ASAP or, I'll send the letter.
Steve
8 years ago
Harris and Harris keeps calling me.
Lagena
8 years ago
These people call me all day long at all hrs even into the night I have received calls as late as 830 pm .... Harris and Harris 312 893 4791 .... Even after I have told them I'm at work they continue to call my phone over and over again
Carol
8 years ago
If they call me again, I will contact you because I paid 1232.00 last week. The representative said she found it, but never apologized. She said she would track it down
John J.
7 years ago
I received a letter for toll violations that happened in Maryland in June 2015. I never received any notices from Maryland DMV and Harris & Harris Ltd wants me to pay them $240. Is this a scam? Why didn't I receive anything from Maryland State before this?
Laura
7 years ago
I paid my Nicor bill off 412.85 to Nicor so I could turn my heat back on this winter. Now Harris and Harris are demanding an additional $412.85. They need to check their cases out before trying to double dip!! They wont get a dime out of me and they better stop. My account number on their demand is 29387682. Client reference number on the demand is 4238361385...which is the Nicor account number I paid the money to. I would just like them to cease collections. Its the holidays and they need to quit.
Mike Agruss
7 years ago
They call my job over and over for a few years, when i asked them not the i was told they don't have to. I know it isn't true and its against the law. I even changed my phone number now they call my job even more
Kat
7 years ago
I have been retired since 2009. I lived in MD. always got tax refunds both fed and state. in 2009 I moved to Fl, settled on my house in January. I had to continue going back and forth from md to fl until june for work. I was renting here and there having sold my houses in md and purchasing the one in Fl where I live. Md comptroller a long time ago sent a notice that I oqwed several thousand in taxes for 2009, which I do not as I paid taxes thru late May or June from my government (court system) paycheck and I moved to fl in Jan. I explained that to them and told them they could verify it as the funds for buying the house here came out of my MECU (municipal employees credit union) and they wired the funds to fl. anyway, I also sent them my verification of retirement and verification I moved andf was just renting here and there. they said to send the 1009 and I asked them to just look it up as I didn't have it. to verify. They said that would be easy. since thgen I haven't heard a word from them which they said if there was a problem I would, so I know they verified everything andf this collection attempt is bogus and harassing and I dont owe Md a dime. They better stop bothering me. all they have to do is check fla land records which are public. anyway, I am tired of the hassles and the heat. I want to go back up north now that my mom has passed away down here. so Md may be seeing me again. I don't need this drama with what I consider my home state.
Lisa
7 years ago
Can you explaining how your office stops harassment from debt collectors? for example: You consolidate debt to stop it or is there another way? for one, I have the Harris & Harris who has an automotive machine call my work and home. I just e-mailed them to stop work harassment. We will see if that works. Then, I have other debt collectors calling my cell/home: on other medical debt!
Visitor
7 years ago
We have been receiving calls from Harris and Harris and have excellent credit what do we do. They are robo calls from 1-866-0390 and we do not owe anybody anything and this has been going on for months!
Bibiana
7 years ago
Aside from Harris and Harris calling my phone persistently, how would it be determined harassment if I never answer but they keep calling. Sure I can explain further. I presume the debt is back when I went to the ER July of 2014. I thought my insurance was going to cover it, but they didn't. So I went back to the insurance agent, he had indicated that my insurance should have covered it. Sometime later, still nothing from him and the debt stayed. I did my research on my insurance and reading it I discovered that because I did not stay over night at the hospital, it was not covered. So now I have a $3,000.00+ bill that I can't afford -- single mom, I have a mortgage, car insurance, electric, phone, gas, grocery, student loan, medical insurance, etc and a job that basically covers just that. They keep calling and I have blocked almost every number they have called me from on my phone but I see they have a lot more numbers then I thought!
Visitor
7 years ago
My neighbor just informed me she got a call about me from this company I've never even heard of them. It's Harris and Harris and she didn't provide any information. But I've never even received an envelope with their name on it. This company is calling my neighbors and implying I owe money, but I don't even know who they're collecting for. My address and phone are easily available to my creditors. That's exactly what's happening here. Am I not being clear!
Ruth
6 years ago
They keep calling me, sometimes 2 times a day, they say I have a debt and to call a number they give me, I am afraid to tell them not to call me as I am afraid it is some kind of scam. I just want them to stop calling me.
anonymous
6 years ago
This company has called me several times and never leaves a message They call from many different numbers
Leigh
6 years ago
I accrued parking tickets in Chicago in 2003. I got rid of my car shortly after. Most of the tickets remained unpaid (I didn't even know about several of them). In 2013, Harris and Harris went to court and got a judgment against me. I was never informed, served, or notified. I found out only when they went to get a garnishment against my employer. They have a suspension of my license and I now need a car as I live in a much smaller town downstate. They are uninterested in making payment arrangements, although it would be quicker for them than garnishments. Also, they are unwilling to write off any costs. The case number is 13M1-686090!
Alexandria
6 years ago
I'm being charged $100 a month from a hospital visit from last year because my health insurance was terminated. I now have health coverage by the state so i should no longer be getting charged monthly!
Patrick
5 years ago
Harris & Harris has been calling me daily for over a month. My caller id identifies them as a debt collector. I have complained to the Federal Trade Commission and the Illinois Attorney General. I would look forward to hearing from you.
Wayne Martin
5 years ago
They called 12/22/2018 they called at 8:30a.m. They have been calling for quite some time I asked them to quit. But they keep calling. They are calling looking for my daughter I told them there isn't anyone with that name that lives here. She does not live with me but they keep calling.
Ronald
5 years ago
Suddenly, we have been receiving unsolicited phone calls from Harris and Harris Collection Agency. One last week during which they were told they were calling the wrong number. Another tonight and non-person spoke when the call was answered. My wife and I are totally debt free and I am fed up with these antics. As stated we are totally debt free; owe no one anything and never heard of these people. If they are attempting to locate someone else then they need to do the jobs in the right way and not harass people who have no reason to be harassed or deal with such unprofessional antics!
Cassandra
2 years ago
Received a test message from Harris & Harris that is addressed to someone named Jesse. I do not have any debts in collcetions per my most recent credit report, last week.
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Cassandra. If they are contacting you and they have the wrong number, it may still be difficult to get them to stop calling. They often don't take your word that you're not who they're looking for and they keep calling. It can be frustrating and disruptive for sure. I can help you with this--give me a call and we can discuss your options. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Ronald. I'm sorry that you're dealing with this type of behavior from Harris and Harris. It can definitely be frustrating, especially when they have the wrong number but won't listen to your explanation. I would be happy to help you with this, reach out. We can have a free, no-obligation consultation and you have nothing to lose! 888 572 0176 Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Wayne. It is not illegal for debt collectors to call you between the hours of 8am-9pm in your time zone. It is also not illegal for them to call looking for a relative or friend, however they are not permitted to keep calling or harass you over someone else's debts. If you would like to get Harris and Harris to stop calling, you have that right under the law. I can help you with this and we can discuss how when I give you a call. You can also reach me sooner at 888 572 0176. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Patrick. I will give you a call about the repeated calls you're getting from Harris and Harris. You may have a claim against them and you may be entitled to compensation if you rights have been violated. I will be in touch and look forward to speaking with you. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Alexandria. Have you discussed this with your case worker for your state coverage? They may be able to help you get this resolved. I can also discuss this with you and you can reach me at 888 572 0176. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Leigh. I'm sorry to hear that you're having to try and deal with this when you need a vehicle to function in life. If you were not properly served, you may have some options. I would like to see any paperwork you have regarding these parking tickets, which you can send over to my office at [email protected]. You can also call me at 888 572 0176 if you need to speak sooner. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi. This is common behavior for debt collectors, so it isn't surprising. It is frustrating, especially when you run out of the ability to block numbers. If you would like help in dealing with these calls, you can contact me at 888 572 0176. You have the right to make them stop calling and the law protects you from harassment. I hope to hear from you soon. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Ruth. Dealing with debt collectors can be scary at times, but you don't need to do it alone. I have helped many consumers deal with debt collectors and harassment and we can likely help you too. We can have a free, no-obligation consultation and discuss your options. Please feel free to call my office at 888 572 0176 at your earliest convenience. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
HI. You have the right to request a debt verification letter from Harris and Harris to determine who the original creditor is and how much you owe. You can do this with a certified letter sent to Harris and Harris, which will give you a paper trail in the event that they don't respond or provide you with any information. Let's talk more about this when I give you a call. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hello Bibiana. Can you send me a copy of the call log from your phone that shows the calls you've received from Harris and Harris? You can email it to me at [email protected]. I can look it over and give you a call to discuss if you are being harassed and if your rights have been violated. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi. You can send a certified letter to Harris and Harris to request that they provide you with proof of the debt. This will show the original creditor and how much you owe. If the debt isn't yours, or it is wrong, you can then dispute it. If you would like help with this, you can give me a call and we can discuss your rights and the law. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Lisa. It is rare that an email or verbal request to stop calling will work with a debt collector. Often you must provide a written letter stating that you want them to cease and desist with the calls. Fortunately, the law does protect you from debt collection harassment and if you would like help in dealing with these calls, you can reach me at 888 572 0176. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Kat. I'm going to give you a call to discuss your issues with Harris and Harris and see if we can get to the bottom of this for you and also help you get a solution that is fair. You can also contact me at a time that works well for you at 888 572 0176. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi. If you need help in dealing with these calls, reach out. 888 572 0176. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Laura. If you have the proof of payment from Nicor, you can email it to me at [email protected] and I can look it over and contact you to discuss your next steps. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi John. Can you send the letter you've received to my office at [email protected]? I would like to look it over and I will give you a call to discuss it. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Carol. I would be happy to speak with you about your issues with Harris and Harris--contact me at 888 572 0176. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Lagena. If you would like to make Harris and Harris stop calling you, you can. A cease and desist letter sent through certified mail will be your best bet. I can help you with this--give me a call and we can discuss how. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Steve. If you want help in getting Harris and Harris to stop calling you, I can help. I have helped many consumers just like you and we can discuss your options when I give you a call. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Donna. I'm sorry that your mom is dealing with these calls, I'm sure it is frustrating and stressful for her. A cease and desist letter is not a bad idea, but I will also reach out to you to discuss what else you may be able to do. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Tiffany. You have the right to make these calls stop and I will be in touch to discuss how to do so. Thanks, Mike
Michael Agruss
2 years ago
Hi Fred. It is amazing how debt collectors can find information for you, even if it is something like an unlisted extension. I can help you with dealing with these calls and I will reach out to you to discuss how. Thanks, Mike
Kashada
1 year ago
Called me 4 times back to back refused physical address
donald
1 year ago
They are calling me at work continuously and the only healthcare date that went 30 days past due has been paid in full.
Richard
12 months ago
Harassing phone calls from H&H all hours of the day. They call my # 301-237-0299 but you can reach me at 301-821-3870
Donna
9 months ago
I owned a Herbalife tea shop. I sold it Sept 2022. Okla Tax Comm. was paid out of my tax return/refund for sales tax owed. I now owe $130 approx. I received every other day calls. I work at a law firm. If you call, pls call between 12 and 1 CST. or email
Gina
8 months ago
Harris and Harris keeps harassing me for a debt they say I owe with 54A district court. I will not confirm any info, so they will not tell me anything and they get belligerent with me and try to bully me into confirming my info. I still will not. I have called 54A district court and they say I don\'t owe anything. I want them to pay for the BS they try to put me through.
Michael
7 months ago
HELP STOP THE HARASSMENT PLEASE!
Owen
1 month ago
Harris and Harris has been contacting me nearly twice a week about a debt that I do not owe

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