Consumer Protection Law Oregon
Canceling Deceptive Solar Panel Contracts and Predatory Green Energy Leases in Oregon
Transitioning to green energy is an excellent goal, but the solar panel industry in Oregon has seen a massive surge in predatory sales tactics. Aggressive door-to-door salespeople...
Forged Signatures and E-Contract Fraud at Auto Dealerships in Oregon
In recent years, the transition from paper documents to digital signing pads (e-contracts) has made the car-buying process faster, but it has also opened the door to rampant fraud....
A Parent's Guide to Resolving Child Identity Theft and Freezing Credit in Oregon
Child identity theft is a rapidly growing crime that can devastate a young person's financial future before they even turn 18. Criminals covet a child's Social Security Number beca...
Fighting 'Zombie Debt': Oregon Statute of Limitations on Debt Collection
What is Zombie Debt in Oregon?Zombie debt refers to old, forgotten, or time-barred debts that have passed the legal statute of limitations but are resurrected by aggressive collec...
Clearing Your Oregon Criminal Record When an Imposter Uses Your Identity
Criminal identity theft is a nightmare scenario. It happens when someone-often a relative, an acquaintance, or a stranger who stole your wallet-is arrested and gives your name and...
When One Repair Attempt Is Enough: Catastrophic Defects Under Oregon Lemon Law
When most Oregonians think of the Lemon Law, they imagine the standard rule: a dealership gets three or more attempts to fix a persistent issue, or the car spends 30 calendar days...
Suing an Oregon Debt Collector for Text Message and Social Media Harassment
In the digital age, debt collection has moved far beyond annoying phone calls during dinner. Shady collection agencies are now infiltrating your personal devices, sending aggressiv...
Recovering Stolen Funds from Elder Identity Theft and Romance Scams in Oregon
Protecting Oregon Seniors from Financial AbuseIdentity theft and sophisticated romance scams are devastating crimes that disproportionately target the elderly. Scammers often drai...
Suing an Oregon Auto Dealer for Selling an Undisclosed Salvage or Totaled Vehicle
Purchasing a used car relies heavily on trust. Unfortunately, some dishonest dealerships engage in 'title washing' or actively hide the fact that a vehicle was previously totaled i...
How the Mileage Deduction Offset is Calculated for Oregon Lemon Law Buybacks
Winning a Lemon Law claim in Oregon is a massive relief. After months of dealing with a defective vehicle, the manufacturer finally agrees to buy it back. However, many consumers a...
Odometer Fraud and Rollbacks in Oregon: Identifying the Scam and Taking Legal Action
The Mechanics of Modern Odometer Fraud in OregonOdometer fraud is not a crime of the past. In fact, with the rise of digital dashboards, rolling back mileage has become easier for...
Yo-Yo Financing and Spot Delivery Scams: How Oregon Buyers Can Fight Back
Buying a car should be an exciting moment, but a deceptive practice known as 'yo-yo financing' can turn it into a nightmare. In a yo-yo financing scheme (also known as a spot deliv...
Bait and Switch Car Advertising: Your Legal Rights Against Oregon Dealerships
The Legal Framework of Dealership Advertising in OregonBuying a car in Portland, Eugene, or Medford should be a straightforward transaction, but predatory dealerships often use de...
Can Debt Collectors Legally Threaten You With Jail Time in Oregon?
Struggling with unpaid bills is incredibly stressful, but receiving a phone call from a debt collector claiming the police are on their way to arrest you takes the anxiety to an en...
Auto Loan Packing: How to Identify and Sue Over Hidden Dealership Fees in Oregon
Understanding Auto Loan Packing and TILAWhen purchasing a vehicle in Oregon cities like Salem, Eugene, or Bend, the final step usually involves sitting in a high-pressure finance...
Disputing Fraudulent Medical Charges Arising from Health Insurance Identity Theft in Oregon
Untangling Medical Identity Theft in OregonMedical identity theft occurs when a scammer uses your name, Social Security number, or health insurance information to obtain medical s...
Suing a Home Improvement Contractor for Unfinished Work in Oregon: Costs & Timelines
Remodeling a home in Portland, Eugene, or Salem is an exciting prospect, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare if a contractor takes your money and fails to complete the work. U...
How to Sue Over Illegal Auto-Renewal Subscriptions and Gym Contracts in Oregon
It is incredibly common to sign up for a "free trial" or a low-cost introductory membership, only to find out months later that the company has been quietly charging your credit ca...
Stopping Debt Collectors from Contacting Your Family and Neighbors in Oregon
There are few things more humiliating than discovering a debt collector has called your boss, your elderly mother, or your next-door neighbor to discuss your unpaid medical bills o...
The 30-Day Out-of-Service Rule for Oregon Lemon Law Claims
Buying a brand-new car in Oregon should provide peace of mind, but dealing with endless repairs can be incredibly frustrating. Fortunately, the state has robust consumer protection...
Protecting Elderly Parents from Abusive Debt Collection Tactics in Oregon
Shielding Oregon Seniors from Aggressive CollectorsFor elderly residents, receiving aggressive phone calls from debt collectors can be a terrifying experience. Seniors often live...
What to Do if Someone Fraudulently Claims Oregon Unemployment Benefits in Your Name
Understanding Unemployment Identity Theft in OregonDuring times of economic transition, highly organized criminal rings use stolen data from major corporate breaches to file massi...
How to Stop Debt Collectors from Calling Your Workplace in Oregon
Defending Your Workplace Privacy in OregonDebt collectors often use workplace harassment as a high-pressure tactic to force payments. Getting calls at work is not just embarrassin...
How to Recover Stolen Oregon State Tax Refunds Due to Identity Theft
Discovering that a criminal has stolen your state tax refund is a stressful and frustrating experience. In Oregon, identity thieves often use stolen Social Security numbers to file...