What to Do If You’re Being Threatened by Creditors
July 28, 2022
Credit is fundamental to the US financial system. Without a credit usage history, you might find it hard to apply
Why Your Credit Matters for Background Checks
June 23, 2022
Background checks are becoming more common every day. You may need to submit to a background check for everything from
Credit Errors vs. Identity Theft: How to Tell Them Apart
June 20, 2022
Your credit impacts every part of your life, from where you can live to whether you can get a job.
Are Unsolicited Text Messages a Violation of Your Rights?
May 31, 2022
You may know that unsolicited spam calls are illegal. That just makes sense. Spam calls are annoying, distracting, and they
What Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch Owners Should Know About the Recall
March 3, 2022
On March 2, 2022, Fitbit issued a recall on one of its popular smartwatch models due to injuries that many
The Three Biggest False Advertising Scandals of the Past Decade
February 23, 2022
The modern world sometimes seems like it runs on marketing. Companies of all sizes are trying to get your attention
What California’s New Medical Debt Collection Law Means for You
February 15, 2022
As of January 1st 2022, California’s new medical debt collection law is officially in force. Assembly Bill (AB) 1020 is
FTC Spam Rules for Telemarketers: What This Means for You
January 31, 2022
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the government body responsible for regulations about advertising, has approved new amendments to its Telemarketing
Take Control Over Your Credit Score Before the Holidays
December 16, 2021
The end of the year is well-known for being hard on your credit cards. It’s a time of high spending
Is Your Food Lying To You? Lawsuits over “Misleading” Food Labels on the Rise
October 29, 2021
If there’s one thing that you’d want to be labeled correctly, it’s your food. The US has some of the
Collection Sure to Capture Attention of Action Enthusiasts
September 17, 2021
Los Angeles, CA. August 18, 2021 – Todd Friedman is pleased to announce the premiere of his film, Collection, on
Does the TCPA Apply to Automated Texts? It’s Complicated
August 29, 2021
No one likes unsolicited phone calls. They’re not just annoying. Unwanted calls can actually be dangerous in large numbers. Think
The Law Offices of Todd M. Friedman Ranked in Top 5 Nationally for Filing Consumer Protection Lawsuits
August 25, 2021
The Law Offices of Todd M. Friedman are proud to announce that the firm is among the top five US
The Five Most Common Credit Errors On Your Report and How to Fix Them
August 19, 2021
Good credit is crucial to keeping your finances in order. You put in the work to pay your bills on
How California’s Invasion of Privacy Act Protects Consumers
July 26, 2021
There’s no doubt that privacy is in short supply today. From apps that track your location to social media encouraging
Do Not Call: The Benefits and Limitations of the DNC List
July 11, 2021
No one likes getting interrupted by unnecessary phone calls. A call from an unknown number is irritating at best and
Putting a Stop to Creditor Harassment
June 24, 2021
It’s all too easy to find yourself struggling with debt. Especially after the past year, many people in California are
Can you be charged a foreign transaction fee from your couch?
January 13, 2021
Retail for two decades has been trending online from brick-and-mortar storefronts. The high-speed internet surge and smartphone revolution caters to
Check your credit card agreements before you travel
January 5, 2021
If you only use your credit cards in California, you shouldn’t have any foreign transaction fees. But what happens if
Fixing errors on your credit report
December 17, 2020
Those who are applying for a loan or credit card in California know the importance of having a high credit
What should you do if you’re issued a false debt?
November 20, 2020
You can spend years building up a high credit score that makes it easy for you to apply for loans
Consumer rights to fix credit report errors
October 29, 2020
Many people don’t take the time to think about what’s listed on their credit report until they’re applying for a
