[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Disputed Balance Notice Dear [Recipient's Name], I am writing to you regarding a disputed balance on my account with [Company Name]. I have carefully reviewed the statements provided, and I believe there is an error in the calculated balance due. This letter serves as a formal notice of my dispute and a request for investigation and resolution. I am a resident of Louisiana and, in accordance with the laws governing consumer protection in this state, I am entitled to certain rights and protections when disputing a balance. The Louisiana Revised Statutes, particularly Section [Statute Number], outlines the regulations pertaining to disputed balances and the responsibilities of both the consumer and the creditor. As per the Louisiana Revised Statutes, I am required to notify you in writing about my dispute within [specific time frame] from the receipt of the statement in question. Please note that my obligation to pay the disputed amount is temporarily suspended until the matter is resolved. I insist on a thorough investigation into the disputed balance to ascertain its accuracy and request that you provide me with all relevant documentation supporting the charges. To assist you in this process, I have attached copies of the statements in question, highlighting the specific discrepancies. Upon your receipt of this letter, I expect an acknowledgment of the dispute within [number of days]. Specifically, I request the following actions be taken: 1. Review the account information and rectify any errors promptly. 2. Provide written documentation supporting the disputed charges and a clear explanation of how they were calculated. 3. Suspend any collection efforts related to the disputed balance until a resolution has been reached. 4. Conduct a thorough investigation and provide me with a written explanation of the findings. 5. Should the investigation corroborate my claims, correct the account balance and promptly issue a corrected statement. Failure to provide a proper response to this notification within the specified timeframe could be considered a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and may result in legal action. I look forward to a swift resolution of this matter. Please keep all future communications regarding this dispute in writing. You can reach me at [your contact details] or via email at [your email address]. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]
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