Title: Verizon Class Action and Legal Claims for Overcharges Introduction: Verizon, one of the largest telecommunications companies in the United States, has faced legal scrutiny and class action lawsuits over allegations of overcharging its customers. These legal actions have stemmed from variou...
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Toyota fined $60 million for illegally bundling high-cost protection products
Toyota Financial Products Investigation Toyota customers have complained that they were deceived the automaker's in-house financing services unit by buying products they couldn't cancel, have resulted in a multimillion fine and investigation by the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau....
Odometer Tampering and Fraud Claims
When the odometer of a vehicle is misrepresented, it typically involves fraudulent practices related to the vehicle's mileage. This can lead to various claims and legal actions, depending on the jurisdiction and the circumstances of the misrepresentation. Here are some common types of claims and ...
Home Warranty Claims
Home Warranty Problems and Claims People purchase home warranties for peace of mind, but some have significant problems. Here are some typical ones, Inconsistent with Promises There were promises over the phone about coverage but the homeowner finds disclaimers, exclusions, and claim c...
Lear Gold Coin Deception
News media have suggested that Lear Gold coin advertisements are misleading and fail to candidly reveal substantial commissions charged by the company. Claims have involved misleading sales methods, overcharging even for bullion coins, and their high commission fees. Additionally there are all...
One Main Financial Claims and Defenses
CFPB Orders Installment Lender OneMain to Pay $20 Million for Deceptive Sales Practices Lender pushed employees to hit sales targets and illegally withheld refunds MAY 31, 2023 WASHINGTON, D.C. – “The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has ordered installment lender OneMain Financial t...
New Jersey Bait and Switch Administrative Regulations
New Jersey Bait and Switch Claims Legal Definitions Section 13:45A-26A.4 – Bait and switch (a) The following motor vehicle advertising practices constitute “bait and switch” and are prohibited and unlawful: 1. The advertisement of a motor vehicle as part of a plan or scheme not to sell or...
Types of Used Car Fraud
When it comes to used car fraud, there are several common types of scams and fraudulent practices that consumers should be aware of. These include: Odometer Fraud: This occurs when the seller manipulates the mileage reading on a vehicle to make it appear less driven and more valuable tha...
Odometer Fraud
Odometer fraud, also known as “clocking,” refers to the unlawful practice of altering or tampering with the mileage reading of a vehicle's odometer to make it appear as if the vehicle has traveled fewer miles than it actually has. The purpose of odometer fraud is usually to increase the resale va...
Debt Consolidation Problems
Some consumers may hire debt consolidation companies. However, there is a high rate of dissatisfaction. Here are some common problems. 1. Does the contract square with the promises. A company may suggest that your debts will be paid but the contract does not obligate them to do that. Broad p...
Lawsuit against Used Car Dealer
State Files Lawsuit Against Used Car Dealer The New Jersey Attorney General filed a lawsuit against two “Buy Here-Pay Here” auto dealerships and their owner for allegedly unconscionable and deceptive lending practices. The complaint alleges that defendants sold high-mileage, used autos at grossl...
Common Mistakes Handling Fraud Claims
1. Not Clearly Explaining the Claim The defendant is involved in a fraud and you provide a complicated explanation that the Court does not fully understand. Your claim is likely to be dismissed (probably with leave to re-file once). See www.ricolawyer.org 2. Assuming that justice will be done Ma...
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This site contains material about laws, cases, and claims under the lemon law and other statutes. We offer a free telephone consultation so please contact us if you are having problems with a defective vehicle. Here is an overview. 1. Requirements under Lemon Law “I think my car is a lemon.” ...