Consumer law, like any area of the law, has complexities and subtleties that aren’t always apart to the public; however, being well-informed and educated about your rights as a consumer is one of the best ways to avoid being taken advantage of or being harassed. That’s why we blog regularly: to make sure you have the information you need to make informed decisions, or to strike back if your consumer rights are being abused. Read on to begin educating yourself now!
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Buying a Used Car Attorney John Cole Gayle, Jr. of The Consumer Law Group gives advice on how to buy a used car in Virginia -
Odometer Fraud Is a Widespread Problem on Used Car Lots While it may seem like an old-fashioned kind of fraud, odometer rollbacks are still happening and unsuspecting used-car buyers may end up being cheated. -
Cars Damaged by Hurricanes Will Soon Be on the Market Read these tips to avoid buying a used car damaged by the recent catastrophic flooding in Texas, Louisiana, and Florida. -
Save Money On Car Purchase in Virginia to Keep Out of Debt Nothing gets you in financial hot water faster than taking out an auto loan for more than you can really afford. Learn how to save money on a car purchase here. -
Is Auto Loan Fraud the Next Big Short As rates of auto loan fraud soar, experts are reminded of what happened to cause the mortgage lending crisis of ten years ago. What is causing the problem now? -
Auto Lending Fraud Predicted to Top $6 Billion in 2017 The auto loan industry is losing billions of dollars to fraud, according to a recent analysis. How is this happening? Find out here. -
Protecting Yourself From Auto Repair Fraud It can be hard to find a reliable auto mechanic to trust with your car repairs. Read our tips to avoid being tricked or cheated when you get your car fixed. -
Volkswagen Pleads Guilty to Criminal Charges In an unusual move for an automaker, Volkswagen recently pled guilty to criminal charges related to the 2014 emissions scandal. -
E-Contracting: The Dangers of Buying A Car Online E-contracting, or electronically buying a car online may seem tempting, but the practice is ripe for abuse by unscrupulous car dealers. Learn more here. -
Auto Problems Top Annual List of Consumer Complaints Each year, Americans are scammed, cheated, and misled by creditors, salespeople, and criminals, but more people complain about auto issues than anything else. -
Focusing on Monthly Car Payments Can Lead to Deception When you allow a salesperson to focus on monthly payments instead of total purchase price, you open yourself up to being easily deceived into paying more. -
Research Financing Options Before Buying a New Car You may know exactly which make and model of car you want, but do you know where you can get the best new-car financing? Know before you go!