Consumer Debt Filings Kept Climbing in 2025
Consumer debt filings kept climbing in 2025 and are above historical averages in 7 out of 8 states.
Consumer debt filings kept climbing in 2025 and are above historical averages in 7 out of 8 states.
Consumer debt lawsuits dropped sharply during the pandemic, but new data shows they are surging again in 2024 and 2025. Across the country, cases where businesses sue consumers over unpaid debts have increased significantly. In some places, filings have climbed well past pre-pandemic levels. This analysis examines the scope and drivers of this trend, drawing … Read more