Debt validation is your right under the FDCPA to demand that a debt collector prove the debt is legitimate. When you request validation in writing, the collector must provide you with information such as the name of the original creditor, the amount owed, and verification of the debt. If they fail to provide this information, they must cease collection efforts. Requesting validation is a crucial step in protecting yourself from paying debts you don’t owe, and The Kugel Law Firm can assist you with this process.