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.
How to Spot a Shady Car Warranty Business: Lessons from Safeguard Auto Direct’s Unresolved Complaints
Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises consumers to use caution when doing business with Safeguard Auto Direct, a vehicle service contract company located in Saint Peters, Missouri. Consumers reported to BBB that the company failed to cancel contracts in a timely manner, did not issue refunds, used misleading advertising, and provided poor customer service. Safeguard Auto... Continue Reading →
TCPA and FDCPA Claims Against Bill Collectors
You need to pay this bill now, or we will keep calling you at home and work. Particularly today, people may accumulate bills. Some bill collectors do not follow the law and you can fight back. We will review two laws that can help protect you: the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the... Continue Reading →