A man is being sued for creating and selling what he claims is "drinkable" sunscreen. It's called Osmosis Skincare and Harmonized Water. He says that it helps to protect those who drink it from UV rays, even though it's not applied to the skin, by using "form radio...
Can you legally hide your car to stop a repossession?
You miss a number of car payments, and your creditors start calling. You keep missing, and they finally decide to repossess your car. You know it's coming, but you don't want to lose the vehicle, so you think you'll just hide the car. They can only take back a vehicle...
You’re protected under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Have you been continuously called or bothered by debt collectors? Has a collector told you that you might be arrested if the debt is not paid? The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is in place to stop this kind of behavior. The Act requires that debt...
What type of consumer fraud targeted you?
Being the target of fraud is extremely frustrating. You're outraged that you were wronged, and you want to work hard to protect your rights. The type of fraud that targeted you could have been: -- Identity theft: This is more common than ever with the prevalence of...
Can a consumer agency survive in the new political climate?
The Trump administration, backed by GOP-majorities in Congress, has the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in its crosshairs. Implemented just five years ago by the previous administration under Dodd-Frank financial reforms, there's talk of sweeping changes to — if...
Is it possible to buy another car after one gets repossessed?
Your car is repossessed, but you still need a vehicle. Obviously, you can buy any car you'd like if you save up the money yourself. However, that may take far longer than you have, especially if the lack of a vehicle is keeping you from getting to work and earning...