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Consumer Fraud Overview
The challenging U.S. economy has consumer fraud on the rise. A Federal Trade Commission study showed 30.2 million Americans were victims of some type of consumer fraud in 2007. Protecting yourself from consumer fraud requires a high level of awareness and a focus on keeping your personal information secure. Dealing with businesses or professionals you know and trust can lessen your chances of becoming a fraud victim. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
The Evans Law Firm handles cases involving consumer fraud. The general concept of consumer fraud encompasses a broad range of deceptive practices and is generally defined as an unfair, fraudulent or illegal business practice that enriches a company or person at the expense of consumers. Consumer fraud can occur in many different segments of the economy including banking, insurance, consumer products and services, manufacturing and distribution with defective products, and telemarketing. Some examples of consumer fraud include:
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undisclosed or unauthorized early termination fees/early cancelation fees as seen in areas involving cell phone, phone, satellite television or other common consumer products and services;
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undisclosed or unauthorized credit card or bank charges as seen in credit card statements, bank statements, phone bills, or utility bills (examples of cases involving these type of practices;
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insurance, financial or banking products/investments that do not accurately or fully disclose surrender charges, penalties;
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undisclosed and unauthorized charges by rental car companies, and equipment leasing companies;
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prepaid phone, credit and debit cards that do not allow the consumer to enjoy the full value of the purchased card because the card; and
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false and misleading advertising by product manufacturers, food manufacturers, vitamin manufacturers, car and vehicle manufacturers and others.
See also our web page on banking and insurance fraud.
Consumer protection laws are designed to ensure fair dealings when it comes to products and services. If you believe you have lost money in a fraudulent consumer transaction, it is important to speak with a knowledgeable consumer fraud attorney who can assess the situation and explain your rights as a consumer. You may be able to recover your loss as well as damages from the perpetrator of the fraud.
Contact us for a free and confidential consultation at 888-503-8267 or 415-441-8669 or info@evanslaw.com.
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INGRID M. EVANSTHE EVANS LAW FIRM
3053 Filmore Street
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San Francisco, CA 94123
Phone: 888-503-8267
Fax: 888-891-4906
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