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The Basics Of Consumer Fraud
Consumer fraud is a crime directed toward a person or group of people, in which the goal is to obtain money or any other financial assets from them. It can take on many forms, and it generally involves deceiving potential victims or adopting misleading practices.
Consumer fraud can form the basis of a lawsuit and in fact, many such cases have been filed over the years, some of them involving high profile companies. If you are the victim of consumer fraud, it may be possible to file a case against the initiating company or individual. This will allow you to get some compensation for the money you have lost and the inconvenience caused to you.
Getting legal assistance for consumer fraud
It is important to hire a law firm that has extensive experience litigating consumer fraud cases. Such firms will be in the best position to help you navigate the legal process, which can be quite confusing. Companies that have a long track record of dealing with consumer fraud cases will also have the advantage of a network in place that will help ensure a speedy and favorable ruling. Depending on the specifics of your case, you might even be eligible for inclusion in a class-action suit, which might be just what you need to sway the odds in your favor.
Preventing consumer fraud from occurring in the first place is preferable to dealing with the aftermath. In addition to adopting prudent consumer practices, it would also be helpful to gain some familiarity with the different types of consumer fraud and learn to detect the telltale signs of each. The Federal Trade Commission can be an invaluable source of information in this regard, and they can provide you with a wide variety of information on how to protect yourself against all types of consumer fraud.
You might also want to check out the Better Business Bureau, which offers a variety of consumer reports that will help you determine which companies are worth dealing with and which ones should be avoided.
Procedure to follow in the event of consumer fraud
If you have already fallen victim to consumer fraud, your best recourse might be to file a consumer fraud complaint in your jurisdiction. You should also enlist the aid of a reputable law firm in order to facilitate a speedy and favorable resolution to your case. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you do decide to file a complaint:
- Keep thorough records of all transactions
- Close any accounts that you have used in fraudulent transactions
- Notify the law enforcement authorities in your jurisdiction
- Hire a lawyer as soon as possible
One of the most important things you can do after detecting consumer fraud is to contact the bank holding the account that has been compromised. This will alert the bank officials to the presence of fraudulent activity, and enable them to freeze the account, preventing you from losing any more money.
The next important step is to alert your local law enforcement agency and inform them that you have been a victim of consumer fraud. This will help establish a proper legal precedent, which might be helpful if and when your case goes to trial.
Consumer fraud can be a tremendously distressing occurrence, and it can be difficult to maintain focus and clarity. However, it is absolutely essential that you maintain your composure and try to avoid letting yourself be ruled by your emotions. By following the recommended procedure in dealing with the aftermath of consumer fraud, you will be in a better position to get a favorable resolution to your case.
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Our Achievements
100 Million Dollar Settlement Fund for Women Injured by a New Birth Control Product
Jason T. Brown was the first attorney in the country to file a battery of cases on behalf of women who sustained blood clots, such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolisms, strokes and death from a new Birth control Product. Jason T. Brown’s prior firm was on the PSC (Plaintiff Steering Committee) and served as liaison counsel in the state mass tort action. The firm is no longer accepting new cases.
Tens of Millions in Settlements for Mass Tort Injuries and Class Actions

$7 Million Plus Settlement for Consumer Fraud

$7 Million Dollar Commercial Litigation Settlement

$5.475+ Million Settlement for Temple Online Students
Value of the settlement when factoring in non-economic relief exceeds $7 million dollars. Description and Settlement forms available at:
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Millions in Settlements for Women Injured by New Generation Hormonal Product
Women who sustained blood clots from a new Generation Hormonal Product received and continue to receive compensation for their injuries. Compensable injuries include Pulmonary Embolisms (PE), Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Strokes and Death. The firm is still investigating and accepting cases.

Nationwide $3.5 Million Settlement for Wage & Hour Class Action Case
Case brought on behalf of at home call center workers who were not paid for all their time worked including boot up time, technical time and other time. Workers were told by the company that boot up time which lasted 15 minutes or more was not paid because it was considered their commute to work. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

$3.2 Million Settlement for Wage & Hour Class Action Case
Case brought on behalf of workers who were misclassified as salaried exempt from overtime. The employer led employees to believe that they had to work unlimited hours over 40 without overtime compensation even though based on their job duties it was alleged they were entitled to overtime pay.

$2.4 Million Dollar Settlement for Wage & Hour Class Action
Lawsuit was brought as a class action on behalf of workers who worked in excess of 40 hours a week and were not paid overtime. The employer was forcing them to work “off the clock” for those hours and failed to pay proper overtime compensation.

$2 Million Dollar Settlement for False Claims Act (Whistleblower Case)

“$2 Million Dollar False Claims Act (FCA) Settlement – Unnecessary Services”
A case against GenomeDx was brought alleging violations of the False Claims Act (FCA) and the California Insurance Claims Fraud Prevention Act regarding unnecessary services such as the testing of tissues that did not need to be tested. The case resulted in a $350,000 whistleblower award.

$2 Million Dollar Settlement for Truck Accident Victim
Our firm was Of Counsel to a serious truck accident case involving a trucking accident with multiple injuries.

Nationwide $1.3 Million Judgment against Future Income Payments and Scott Kohn for Consumer Fraud
Scott Kohn and Future Income Payments conspired to defraud veterans out of their hard earned pensions by offering them loans at loanshark rates and claiming it was a “purchase” not a loan.

$1.7 Million Dollar Settlement for Wage & Hour Case
Misclassified employees under the FLSA were not paid overtime for hours worked in excess of 40. Due to a confidentiality agreement specific details are intentionally omitted.

Judgment with Maximum Damages for Employment Litigation
Judgment for misclassification under the FLSA including maximum damages under State and Federal Laws, plus an incentive fee for the lead plaintiff with attorney fees paid separately. The case involved a worker who was paid a day rate regardless of the amount of hours worked per day and per week.

Class Action Jury Trial
Workers alleged that they were misclassified according to their job duties. The Defendant claimed an administrative exemption under the FLSA and state law. Misclassification cases under the FLSA are the cases most often tried due to non-monetary considerations. Jury Trial lasted three weeks. Settlement offered in lieu of appeal.

Acquittal at Trial
Despite videotaped evidence that the prosecutor alleged incriminated the defendant, Mr. Brown was able to obtain an acquittal at trial for his client. Please note, that while we, the Brown, LLC will provide consultations in defense matters, the firm spends most of its time litigating complex litigation such as class actions, mass torts and catastrophic injuries.

Judgment with Maximum Damages for Wage & Hour Dispute
Wage & Hour dispute on behalf of hourly employees who were not paid time and a half for hours in excess of 40. Employees were granted double damages for all their time with attorney fees and costs paid separately.

Million Dollar Settlement for Wage & Hour Class Action Case
Workers were compelled to come into work 15 minutes early to set up, but were not paid for their set up time. Gap issues aside, workers received double damages for the time worked for 3 years’ worth of pay with attorney fees paid separately.
This is a non-exhaustive list of prior results and successes of Jason T. Brown and the Brown, LLC. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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