Monthly Archives: April 2024
Can You Sue A Debt Collector For Harassment?
Yes, you can sue a debt collector for harassment. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) outlines the rules that debt collectors must abide by when attempting to recover a debt. If a debt collector is violating the FDCPA in their attempts to collect money from you, you have the right to file a… Read More »
How To File A Lemon Law Claim In Ohio
Both the state of Ohio and the federal government have laws regarding defective automobiles, trucks, and motorcycles purchased by consumers. These laws protect consumers from so-called lemons and provide compensation to Ohio consumers who have purchased non-commercial vehicles that don’t work properly. These laws cover all non-commercial vehicles and other consumer appliances and products… Read More »
General Counsel Services For Small Businesses: Should I Hire An Attorney?
While many small business owners choose not to hire an attorney until a problem arises, there are numerous benefits to retaining a general counsel attorney for small businesses in Ohio. Running a small business can be challenging. Small business owners typically juggle numerous responsibilities. Having access to general counsel services can provide your business… Read More »
What Is A Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure?
There are numerous ways to stop a foreclosure on your home. Some of these ways, including refinancing, are options for those who can still make payments. For those who are out of options, losing your house may be inevitable, but you can still avoid the lender foreclosing on your home. This is beneficial because… Read More »
TikTok Faces Consumer Fraud Lawsuit In Iowa. Could Other States Follow Suit?
Iowa’s Attorney General has filed a consumer fraud lawsuit against the social media site, TikTok, alleging that the site makes adult content available to children, bypasses parental control features, and inappropriately rates the app for ages 12 and up. The Iowa AG accuses TikTok of exposing children to graphic materials such as sexual content,… Read More »
Court Rules That A Single Voicemail Is Enough To Violate The Telephone Consumer Protection Act
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 (TCPA) is a piece of legislation that regulates telephone solicitation. The law governs how telemarketers are allowed to interact with their customers. Violations of this law can result in severe penalties. Consumers may be able to file lawsuits against businesses that violate the law. In this article,… Read More »
OpenAI Scores Major Victory Over Copyright Infringement Claims
Generative AI has produced several problems for courts all across the country. As it stands, however, plaintiffs are having a difficult time filing copyright claims against major chatbots such as ChatGPT and the company that created it, OpenAI. A recent court decision indicates that trend will continue after a district court judge dismissed several… Read More »