What are the top consumer complaints I get each year? The answer may surprise you — or maybe it won’t. The top consumer complaints I receive are as follows: Unfair Debt Collection Abusive debt collections are easily the number one consumer complaint I get each year. Indeed, as the economy worsens abusive debt collections increase … Read more

One frustration I have with being a consumer protection attorney is that many consumers don’t get help from me when they could do so easily. No, my frustration doesn’t come because of money; it out of wanting to help people get justice but being unable to for one reason or another. Many consumers don’t let … Read more

Is debtors prison real? Can I go to jail for debt? Many consumers ask the same questions and the answer may scare you a little. Actually, the answer may scare you a lot. Debtors Prison Historically, debtors prisons were used to incarcerate debtors who were unable to repay debt. Although it defies logic to lock … Read more

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is a new government agency created to handle consumer complaints about deceptive or fraudulent companies. In the past I have advised clients not to waste any time filing a complaint with any government agency. The CFPB may change my mind, though the jury is still out. Consumer Complaints with … Read more

Is a door to door salesman knocking at your door? Here are some simple tips to help you deal with door to door salesmen. Stopping a Door to Door Salesman Before they Knock The best method for keeping a door to door salesman at bay is to put a “No Solicitation” sign on your door. … Read more