A federal court in Montana issued a $9.9 million penalty and an injunction against Scott Rhodes for thousands of illegal "spoofed" robocalls. The calls targeted specific communities, and the court's decision emphasizes the legal measures available to protect consumers from such invasive practices. This ruling sets a precedent for legal action against robocall violations, offering hope for affected individuals.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is escalating its fight against illegal robocalls by targeting One Owl Telecom. The company is suspected of facilitating international robocalls that falsely claim to be from "ACM Trading LLC". One Owl is closely associated with entities involved in previous FCC violations. The FCC's Enforcement Bureau has issued a warning and is prepared to enforce strict penalties, including traffic blocking if the company fails to respond. The FCC remains committed to eradicating illegal robocalls.
Illinois residents were allegedly deceived out of $15 million by alternative electric supplier Residents Energy, leading to a lawsuit by Illinois Attorney General's office. The company allegedly promised low initial rates without disclosing that they were temporary. Some customers' energy costs reportedly tripled. The company also stands accused of violating the Telephone Solicitations Act and using misleading scripts, with salespeople providing false information during calls. Residents Energy, facing 12 charges, each carrying a potential $50,000 penalty, is also active in nine other states besides Illinois.
Unwanted robocalls have become a nightmare for consumers, and the recent case involving XCast Labs, Inc. sheds light on a provider that played a pivotal role in facilitating these illegal practices. This article delves into the actions of XCast Labs and its connection to violators in the robocall industry. Learn how you can safeguard yourself… Continue Reading →