Consumer Protection Lawyers

Consumer protection is advanced by many state statutes and in addition by certain rulings and policies from federal agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission. For the most part, however, consumer protection is a matter of state law. States govern the tactics of many types of businesses to ensure that people are not the victims of fraud. Many states have a government agency that takes calls from people who have suffered fraud or other forms of business related rip-off. At the federal level, the Federal Trade Commission monitors things like e-mail scams and multi-level marketing fraud. The Securities & Exchange Commission also has a number of rules and regulations to help ensure that people are not defrauded by unsavory investment scams.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'strict liability'?
Some persons or companies may be held “strictly liable” for certain activities or products that harm others, even if it can’t be shown they acted negligently or with intent. This … more
What is a class action lawsuit?
A class action is a case brought against a company whose actions have damaged many people in a similar way. If the case results in a successful recovery, either through settlement or trial, all … more

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When to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney
When you suffer a personal injury in an motor vehicle accident, or due to a manufacturer‘s product defect; or from a medical error or malpractice, it is easy to become overwhelmed because there are so many things to consider and so many details that need your attention. Of course, the most immediate and the most important concern is to get medical treatment for your injury. Sometimes an … more
Dangerous Drugs and Product Liability Law
It is difficult for a consumer to adequately assess the safety of a drug before taking it based on limited knowledge. Instead we rely on others such as drug manufacturers, distributors, doctors and pharmacists to help us make the right decision regarding pharmaceutical drugs. While many drugs do what they are intended to do and help relieve our pain or improve our health, some drugs … more

Consumer Protection Lawyers