Curated Content: Consumer Rights

We’re here to inform and empower. Our team is dedicated to protecting consumers from predatory practices, fraud, and deceit.
Each article in this category is crafted to give you the knowledge and confidence to stand up against unfair treatment and safeguard your rights.
Your purchases and financial security matter. Explore our Consumer Rights blog, arm yourself with the facts, and take the steps needed to hold companies accountable. At Todd M. Friedman, P.C., we’re here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can demand fairness and fight for justice.

What to Do If Your Employer Has Withheld Your Pay

What to Do If Your Employer Has Withheld Your Pay

November 23, 2022

One of the most basic elements of the employer-employee relationship is the idea of fair pay for fair work. This

Can States Ban Credit Card Surcharges?

Can States Ban Credit Card Surcharges?

November 16, 2022

Late fees, overdraft charges, and unexpected credit card surcharges are the bane of many shoppers’ existence. Banks and credit card

Work From Home: Yes, You’re Still Owed Breaks

Work From Home: Yes, You’re Still Owed Breaks

November 15, 2022

The pandemic has shown many employers that allowing employees to work from home can be a viable business model. However,

Understanding the Standard of Proof for Workplace Discrimination

Understanding the Standard of Proof for Workplace Discrimination

November 7, 2022

Recent major racial discrimination cases demonstrate that, unfortunately, bias is still alive and well in the modern workplace. Women, people

How to Tell Whether a Caller Is a Legitimate Collection Agency or a Scam

How to Tell Whether a Caller Is a Legitimate Collection Agency or a Scam

October 31, 2022

If you’ve been called about a debt you didn’t recognize, you may have been the victim of a collections scam.

Potential SolarEdge Class Action Lawsuit May Compensate Consumers for 3G Connectivity Loss

Potential SolarEdge Class Action Lawsuit May Compensate Consumers for 3G Connectivity Loss

October 26, 2022

Installing a solar energy system on your property is a significant investment. If you spent thousands of dollars on a

What You Need to Know About Pay Transparency Laws in California

What You Need to Know About Pay Transparency Laws in California

October 25, 2022

September was a significant month for employment rights in California. Among other bills, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB)

California Expands CFRA Coverage

California Expands CFRA Coverage

October 24, 2022

At the end of September, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1041 into law, officially expanding the California Family Rights

Tesla to Face Racial Bias Employment Lawsuit

Tesla to Face Racial Bias Employment Lawsuit

October 6, 2022

The state of California has long been known for protecting workers’ rights. In keeping with this long tradition, the state

Can You Get Medical Debt Removed From Your Credit Report?

Can You Get Medical Debt Removed From Your Credit Report?

October 3, 2022

Medical bills are one of the most common forms of debt in the US. According to a 2021 survey by

Update: SpaceX Sexual Harassment Claim Against Elon Musk

Update: SpaceX Sexual Harassment Claim Against Elon Musk

September 26, 2022

Elon Musk has been facing heavy media scrutiny over the past several months. One of the most significant discoveries was

The Five Most Important Credit Laws You Need to Know

The Five Most Important Credit Laws You Need to Know

September 21, 2022

There’s no doubt that managing your credit is a fundamental part of living in the US. Good credit can help

Best Buy Fires Hundreds Claiming Low Sales Despite Recent Record Revenues

Best Buy Fires Hundreds Claiming Low Sales Despite Recent Record Revenues

August 19, 2022

Despite booming national employment levels, Best Buy has chosen to lay off hundreds, potentially thousands, of store workers in the

Celebrating National Women’s Equality Day

Celebrating National Women’s Equality Day

August 19, 2022

August 26th is National Women’s Equality Day. This holiday honors the passage of white women’s suffrage in the US, commemorating

NFL Pushes to Move Racial Discrimination Suit Behind Closed Doors

NFL Pushes to Move Racial Discrimination Suit Behind Closed Doors

August 18, 2022

Brian Flores, former head coach for the Miami Dolphins football team, has sued the NFL and three individual teams for

$100 Million DoorDash Settlement Won by the Law Offices of Todd M. Friedman, P.C.

August 16, 2022

In an outstanding win for gig workers, the Law Offices of Todd M. Friedman, P.C., have reached a $100 million

Everything You Need to Know About the Fair Credit Reporting Act

Everything You Need to Know About the Fair Credit Reporting Act

July 31, 2022

Your credit is a critical factor in getting loans, finding housing, and even getting jobs. Organizations often use your credit

What to Do If You’re Being Threatened by Creditors

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

September 21st This Year’s Equal Pay Day

September 21st This Year’s Equal Pay Day

July 25, 2022

September 21st is National Equal Pay Day for black women in America. This is the day when black women’s earnings

Age Discrimination: What It Means and How to Fight Back

Age Discrimination: What It Means and How to Fight Back

June 28, 2022

Getting older is a good thing. Every birthday is another chance to celebrate all the good things you’ve experienced, and

Why Your Credit Matters for Background Checks

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

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.

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