22/01/2023
Consumers may encounter misrepresentations or fraud during their interactions with various types of businesses. Professionals in specialized industries have a knowledge advantage over the ordinary person, which they may exploit. If you have been defrauded or deceived by an unscrupulous professional or business, you should know your rights under federal and state law. You may be able to bring a civil claim for damages in addition to reporting the matter to the appropriate government agency for investigation.
The situations in which consumer fraud can arise are nearly endless, but this is an overview of some common examples.
