Mar 2, 2026 | Background Check, Consumer Protection
When a company wants to dig into your personal life before hiring you, there are specific rules it must follow. These investigations go far beyond a simple criminal record check. We are talking about employers contacting your current and previous co-workers, checking...
Jan 7, 2026 | Background Check, Consumer Protection, Rental Protection
As a consumer, you have the right to expect the products you purchase will meet certain standards of quality and reliability. When a product fails to live up to these promises, you may be entitled to compensation under California’s breach of warranty laws. ...
Sep 8, 2025 | Breach of Warranty, Consumer Protection
As a consumer, you have the right to expect the products you purchase will meet certain standards of quality and reliability. When a product fails to live up to these promises, you may be entitled to compensation under California’s breach of warranty laws. WHAT...
Jul 8, 2025 | Consumer Protection
A series of new laws went into effect in California on July 1. They range from legislation related to consumer issues to a law seeking to crack down on retail theft. Here’s a look at some of the new laws and what you should know: Consumer Assembly...
Jun 2, 2025 | Consumer Protection
As temperatures rise, so do summertime consumer scams. While you’re trying to plan your summer getaway, vacation, concert or festival, scammers are hard at work trying to ruin your day and separate you from your money. You can protect yourself and avoid getting...
May 5, 2025 | Consumer Protection, Credit Fraud
Because your credit score is so important in getting loans, credit, and housing, it’s important to check your credit reports regularly to make sure they are correct and complete. Checking your credit reports will also alert you to identity fraud because...