Unpaid. Overworked. Misclassified. Here’s What an Overtime Lawyer Can Do for You. Understanding your rights as a worker is critical, especially when it comes to being paid fairly for your time. The federal law regulating overtime pay is clear: most workers who clock in more than 40 hours per week are entitled to receive time […]
Some Surprises Are Fun. But Not When They’re Sterling Background Check Errors. You aced the interviews, dazzled the hiring manager, and are already envisioning your new office plant. Then, out of nowhere, a Sterling background check error throws a wrench in your plans. Unfortunately, this scenario isn’t rare. Sterling, a prominent background check company, has […]
Hiring a wrongful termination lawyer isn’t just about getting your job back (though that’s sometimes possible). It’s about holding your employer accountable, recovering lost wages, and sending a message that wrongful treatment won’t go unchecked. If you were fired for any of the following reasons, it’s worth getting a free consultation from a wrongful termination […]
When the credit bureau goes silent… You’ve found a mistake on your credit report. Maybe it’s a loan you never took out, a payment you did make that’s showing up as missed, or an account that doesn’t even belong to you. You do the responsible thing – you file a dispute with the credit bureau. […]
Identity theft fraud, illegal debt collection harassment, credit report errors and background check errors can affect your employment, finances, and living situation. These kinds of problems can be persistent and often won’t resolve without professional intervention. At Consumer Justice Law Firm, our trusted and experienced consumer protection attorneys fight to correct errors, stop abuse, and […]
Stephanie Stephens takes a stand on behalf of consumers everywhere. Press Release Phoenix, AZ – Stephanie Stephens, represented by the Consumer Justice Law Firm and Klein & Sheridan, has filed a class action lawsuit against the American Arbitration Association (AAA) in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona. The lawsuit alleges that […]
Data breaches are more common than ever and they’re not just tech problems anymore- they’re personal. When your personal identifying information gets exposed, it opens the door to serious problems like identity theft, credit report errors, and even fraud that can follow you for years. Whether your data was leaked in a corporate breach, hacked […]
When the System Gets It Wrong – You Pay the Price. You’ve landed an interview. Maybe even received a verbal offer. Then… nothing. Or worse, you’re told something in your background disqualifies you. Only one problem: it’s not even true. Employment background check errors, particularly those involving Social Security numbers, are more common and more […]
Discrimination at work can leave lasting damage professionally, financially, and emotionally. You might be showing up early, delivering results, and still find yourself mistreated or pushed out because of something unrelated to your work, experience, or skill- like your age, race, or disability. If you’re like most people in this situation, you’re left wondering what […]