Consumer Protection Law Maine

Maine is famous for its beautiful coastal homes, peaceful lakefront cabins, and tight-knit communities. Unfortunately, this also makes the state a prime target for real estate scam...

Many car buyers mistakenly believe that odometer fraud died out in the 1990s when analog dials were replaced by digital dashboards. The reality is quite the opposite. Today, rollin...

When the bitter Maine winter sets in, heating your home is a matter of survival. Rural residents across the state depend heavily on delivered firewood, heating oil, and propane to...

Buying a car in Maine should be a straightforward transaction, but predatory auto dealers often use a deceptive tactic known as "yo-yo financing" or "spot delivery" to trap vulnera...

Employment identity theft occurs when an undocumented worker or a scammer uses your Social Security Number (SSN) to get a job, or when someone uses your personal information to fra...

When you purchase a brand new major appliance or an expensive electronic device in Maine, you expect it to last longer than a few months. Unfortunately, it is incredibly common for...

Getting a call from a debt collector is stressful enough, but receiving that call while you are on the clock can jeopardize your employment. Debt collectors use workplace calls as...

An old unpaid credit card or medical bill from years ago can suddenly resurface when a third-party debt buyer purchases a portfolio of old accounts. These companies, known as "zomb...

Purchasing a used vehicle in Maine always carries some level of risk. You expect minor wear and tear, perhaps a squeaky belt or worn brake pads. However, discovering that the prist...

When you spend your hard-earned money in Portland, Bangor, or Lewiston, you expect the businesses you deal with to be honest. Unfortunately, some companies rely on deception to dri...

Purchasing a brand-new vehicle should bring peace of mind, but for some Maine drivers, it brings nothing but tow trucks and repair invoices. When a new car constantly breaks down o...

Nobody deserves to be treated with cruelty, regardless of their financial situation. Unfortunately, many debt collection agencies rely on fear, verbal abuse, and deception to force...

The adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids is accelerating across Maine. Brands like Tesla, Rivian, and Ford Mach-E offer cutting-edge technology and environmental...

When most people think of identity theft, they worry about someone opening a credit card in their name. But medical identity theft is arguably much more dangerous. This happens whe...