How to Stop Martini Hughes & Grossman Phone Harassment

MHG (Martini Hughes & Grossman) is calling because they’re collecting a debt for a creditor. Based in Delray Beach, Florida, Martini Hughes & Grossman operates differently from typical collectors – they use a “soft audit” approach with polite but relentless communication, backed by a network of 1,500+ private investigators who track down debtors and investigate assets.

Their “professional persistence” may feel less aggressive than other collectors, but it doesn’t make their tactics legal if they violate FDCPA.

In 2020, Chapman v. Martini Hughes & Grossman went to federal court alleging violations. If MHG’s “soft” approach still involves excessive calls, third-party contact, or other violations, their polite tone doesn’t protect them from liability.

If Martini Hughes & Grossman is contacting you:

• Yes, they’re legitimate (not a scam, but face complaints and lawsuits)
• They specialize in large-balance commercial debt using investigators
• Their “soft audit” polite approach may still violate FDCPA
• Chapman lawsuit (2020) shows documented legal concerns
• You can make them stop calling
• You may be entitled to damages if they violated your rights

Is Martini Hughes & Grossman Legitimate or a Scam?

MHG is a legitimate debt collection agency, not a scam. Operating from Delray Beach, Florida since 2011, Martini Hughes & Grossman has a Better Business Bureau file with 12 formal complaints. They’re known for:

Company Details:

• Address: 900 Linton Blvd, Suite 201, Delray Beach, FL 33444
• Phone: (561) 266-9877
• Founded: 2011 (operating 13+ years)
• Founder: Retired judge/attorney plus Certified Fraud Examiners
• Specialization: Large-balance B2B commercial debt
• Method: “Soft audit” approach with investigator network

What makes them different:

• Founded by retired judge/attorney – unusual legal expertise in-house
• 1,500+ licensed private investigators for skip-tracing and asset investigation
• “Debtor Awareness Program” – weekly updates on liens, lawsuits, UCC filings against debtors
• Acts as extension of creditor’s AR department
• Contingency-based (only paid if they collect)

Federal lawsuit: Chapman v. Martini Hughes & Grossman (2020) alleges violations despite their “professional” approach.

People also search for these:

• “Martini hughes & grossman lawsuit” → Chapman case (2020)
• “Martini hughes & grossman complaints” → 12 BBB complaints
• “Martini hughes & grossman reviews” → Mixed, with harassment allegations
• “Martini hughes & grossman reddit” → Consumers discussing their tactics

What Is MHG’s “Soft Audit” Approach?

“Soft audit” means polite, professional, but persistent collection that maintains business relationships. Unlike aggressive collectors who threaten and intimidate, Martini Hughes & Grossman positions itself as a partner helping creditors recover money without burning bridges.

Their approach:

• Professional, courteous communication (no yelling or threats)
• Acts as extension of creditor’s accounts receivable department
• Weekly debtor monitoring through “Debtor Awareness Program”
• Uses 1,500+ investigators to find hidden assets and track debtors
• Persistent follow-up presented as “partnership” not harassment

Why this matters for FDCPA violations:

Just because MHG is polite doesn’t mean they’re not violating federal law. You can violate FDCPA with a smile.

Examples of “soft” tactics that may still be illegal:

• Calling 10 times daily with professional tone (still excessive)
• Politely contacting your employer about the debt (still third-party disclosure)
• Courteously threatening legal action they won’t take (still false threats)
• Professionally continuing collection after validation request (still FDCPA violation)

The Chapman lawsuit suggests their “soft audit” approach may cross legal lines.

Martini Hughes & Grossman Phone Numbers

Main number: (561) 266-9877 but they may call from variations or additional numbers.

Known MHG phone numbers:

• 561-266-9877
• (561) 266-9877
• 5612669877

If you’re getting calls from numbers you don’t recognize, it may still be MHG or their investigator network. Document every number that calls you.

If calls feel like harassment, call The Wood Law Firm at +1 844-638-1122 for a free case review. We can tell you immediately if what they’re doing violates FDCPA, and we work on contingency – you pay nothing unless we win.

Chapman v. Martini Hughes & Grossman (2020)

In 2020, Chapman filed a federal lawsuit against MHG alleging FDCPA violations. While full case details aren’t public, the lawsuit’s existence shows that even collectors who market “professional, soft audit” approaches face legal accountability when tactics cross the line.

What this means for you:

If MHG’s “polite persistence” still involves excessive calling, unauthorized third-party contact, continuing collection without validation, or other FDCPA violations, the Chapman case shows others have pursued legal action.

You’re not the first person to find their “soft” approach problematic.

How to Stop Martini Hughes & Grossman Calls

Send written cease-contact demand via certified mail to 900 Linton Blvd, Suite 201, Delray Beach, FL 33444. Once received, MHG can only contact you to confirm they’ll stop or inform of specific legal action.

Or The Wood Law Firm can send the letter for you at no cost. When letters come from attorneys, collectors respond faster. Call +1 844-638-1122 and we’ll handle it on contingency.

Sample letter:

[Your Name/Address/Date] Martini Hughes & Grossman 900 Linton Blvd, Suite 201 Delray Beach, FL 33444

Re: Account #[if known]

I demand you cease all contact with me regarding any debt. Do not call, email, or contact me by any means except to confirm receipt of this letter or inform me of specific legal action you intend to take.

This is my right under FDCPA § 1692c(c).

[Your Signature]

Keep your certified mail receipt. If MHG contacts you after receiving this (except to confirm or notify of lawsuit), they may have violated FDCPA. Call us immediately at +1 844-638-1122 – this becomes evidence.

Can Martini Hughes & Grossman Garnish My Wages?

Not without suing you first and winning a court judgment. MHG must go through legal process:

1. File lawsuit against you
2. Serve you with court documents
3. Win the case (or you don’t respond and they get default judgment)
4. Obtain court order for wage garnishment

If they threaten wage garnishment without having sued you and won, this may violate FDCPA.

If you’re being sued by MHG, don’t ignore it. The Wood Law Firm can represent you. Call +1 844-638-1122 for free consultation.

Can MHG Sue Me for This Debt?

Yes, if the debt is within your state’s statute of limitations (typically 3-6 years). Their investigator network and legal expertise (founded by retired judge) means they’re more likely to pursue lawsuits than typical collectors.

Before they sue, they typically:

• Use their 1,500+ investigators to verify you have assets
• Review their “Debtor Awareness Program” data on liens/filings
• Assess likelihood of collecting through judgment

If sued, respond immediately. The Wood Law Firm can defend you and potentially counterclaim if they violated FDCPA during collection. Free consultation: +1 844-638-1122.

How The Wood Law Firm Stops MHG Harassment

MHG called you 8 times today. Professional tone, no yelling, but 8 calls is 8 calls. They mentioned their investigator network found your new employer – wait, how did they get that information, and did they contact your workplace? Their “Debtor Awareness Program” weekly updates feel like surveillance. You asked for validation, they sent a polite follow-up but no actual proof of the debt.

Professional harassment is still harassment. If Martini Hughes & Grossman called excessively despite polite tone, used their investigator network to contact third parties, continued collection without validation, or violated FDCPA while maintaining “soft audit” professionalism, they may have violated federal law.

We can help stop harassment and pursue damages up to $1,000 per violation plus attorney fees. Since 2010, A+ BBB rating, attorneys in 14 states.

Free consultation: +1 844-638-1122. Learn more: Why choose us, FTC FAQs, Agency list, BBB, Allied Alliance, Titan Revenue.

About Attorney Jeff Wood

18+ years consumer protection experience, specializing in FDCPA cases against collectors who use “professional” tactics that still violate law. We’ve handled cases where collectors maintained courteous tone while making 15+ daily calls, used investigator networks to improperly contact third parties, and continued “polite” collection without validation. Network in 14 states, A+ BBB rating.

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