Misinformation can spread quickly and there are some businesses who go too far to get an advantage in a competitive marketplace. In an effort to help better protect the public, the government has put together various regulations to reduce the risk of false claims and...
Consumer Fraud
Common senior fraud scams
Sadly, in California, senior citizens are frequently the targets of fraudsters and other unscrupulous individuals who try to take advantage of them. Seniors are frequently the victims of consumer fraud because they are oftentimes in an emotionally vulnerable position....
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Many Californians have to buy an item they need on credit. In other situations, they may have to make payment arrangements for medical bills or bills connected with other important services. Unfortunately, residents of this state can find themselves in a situation...
How can a claim of false advertising be proven?
Businesses in California use advertising to tell consumers about their goods, and buyers rely on those statements when purchasing the item. False or misleading advertising is illegal because it is important to protect consumers, and ensure that they can rely on the...
Online shopping scams lead to consumer fraud
As people switch to online shopping because of its convenience, it's easy to forget that not every website visited is legitimate. Unfortunately, scammers commonly use fake images and low prices to get consumers to visit their website and also give fake ads on genuine...
When might plaintiffs reasonably pursue a class action lawsuit?
Personal-injury litigation has often been characterized as formalized battle. And for good reason. It can especially seem that way for a plaintiff seeking justice after being harmed by, say, corporate behavior in the consumer fraud realm or concerning an on-the-job...
What is “new”? What is an “authorized Dealer?” Avoid craigslist scams.
Retailers are selling their products on craigslist with increasing frequency. More than ever before, buyers can find deep discounts on cars, appliances and other big-ticket items from companies selling multiple items. However, in many cases, these retailers are using...
How can you defend your rights against Kickstarter scams?
Kickstarter has become a popular method for inventors, artists and others to obtain funds for their projects. As consumers, Kickstarter and other crowdfunding campaigns are a great way to get involved early with attractive new products, often getting discounts from...
Todd Friedman Interviewed on KABC’s Motorman Show
Our Founding Partner, Todd M. Friedman, was interviewed on the Motorman Show this weekend on KABC regarding the CA Lemon Law. Some very interesting topics discussed. Click on the link here to learn more about your rights as a consumer.
Is Facebook violating Illinois privacy rights?
Illinois might be leading the way in protecting individual privacy rights in the market place in the digital age. While most people don't think twice about it, there are significant numbers of people who approach Facebook and other social media platforms with some...
