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 […]
Having a debt sent to collections is easily one of the most stressful consumer situations most people encounter. From constant phone calls and false claims to straight up abuse and threats, it is a situation that rapidly leads to chronic anxiety and a financial tailspin. To help people know where to get help from a […]
Mistakes in your monthly billing statements are frustrating and potentially overwhelming. But the good news is, there are federal laws designed to protect you, ways to dispute charges, and legal help is just a click away. At Consumer Justice Law Firm, our team of dedicated consumer protection attorneys can help you understand your rights and […]
Applying for a rental should be straightforward. But for many tenants, errors in their rental background check make it anything but. The truth is, tenant background check errors impact far more renters than most assume, and they can result in lost housing opportunities, financial hardship, a tarnished reputation, and unnecessary stress. Landlords and property managers […]
Identity theft can flip your life upside down. And when you’ve been hit hard, you’re usually left wondering, “Should I hire a lawyer for identity theft?” Truthfully, the answer isn’t necessarily the same for everyone. Identity theft victims have different levels of comfort, financial and credit savvy, awareness of their rights, and the ability to […]
Workplace discrimination doesn’t always announce itself with flashing lights. Sometimes it shows up in quiet, steady ways like a comment here, a skipped promotion there, or discretely tucked inside a “neutral” policy. Left unchecked, it adds up over time, damaging your career, finances, reputation, mental health, and sense of security at work. Whether you’re 100% […]
Credit issues can happen to anyone. Whether you’re dealing with outdated information, mixed credit reports, false deceased indicators, or even identity theft, it’s important to know the difference between hiring a credit repair company and working with a consumer protection lawyer. Credit Repair Companies vs. Consumer Protection Lawyers While both credit repair companies and consumer […]