Most lenders do their best to give homeowners hope that they will be able to avoid foreclosure up until the last possible minute. Essentially, the mortgage company doesn’t want you to take legal action to stop the foreclosure, so they leave you with as little time to act as possible. This is why our firm […]
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Trade-In Trouble at the Dealership
Trading in your old car for another used vehicle, or even a brand new car from the dealership shouldn’t have to be a hassle. Everyone worries about how much the dealership will offer for the trade-in, hoping that they can at least get the Kelly Blue Book value for the car. Unfortunately, many consumers are […]
Dealer Sold a Leased Vehicle Without Disclosure
Leased cars don’t get beat up quite as badly as rental vehicles do, but they still don’t receive the love and care that an actual owner would give them. For this reason, dealerships must disclose if a car was previously leased to anyone buying the vehicle. The wear and tear on a prior lease is […]
Can a Car Dealer Change the Price After You’ve Agreed?
In California’s auto market, consumers sometimes encounter a significant issue: car dealers changing the advertised price of a vehicle. This practice, which can occur both online and at physical dealerships, is more than just a pricing discrepancy—it’s considered a form of financing scam. There are two common scenarios where this happens: Online advertisements showing one […]
Dealer Sold Me a Flooded Car: How to Protect Your Rights
You’ve just driven home in your newly purchased used car, feeling satisfied with your investment. The engine purrs smoothly, the paint gleams, and everything seems perfect. But a few weeks later, you notice a musty smell that won’t go away. The car’s electrical systems start acting up, and you spot water stains hidden under the […]
How to File Bankruptcy in California
For those in debt, finding relief can be frustrating and add to the already surmounting stress that one deals with when in this situation. Most people don’t know where to begin when figuring out how to file for Bankruptcy in California, which is why most legal professionals would suggest hiring an attorney. When used properly, […]
Foreclosure Defense Attorney Fees
Most homeowners that call our firm for foreclosure defense help want to know what we do, how we do it and most importantly, how much is our foreclosure defense attorney fees? Yes, there are attorneys fees associated with foreclosure defense help when you choose to hire our law firm to stop your home from foreclosure. […]
What to Do When Dealerships Forged Signature on Documents
Buying a car should be an exciting experience, but for some consumers, it turns into a nightmare when they discover their dealership may have forged their signature on important documents. If you’ve found yourself in this unsettling situation, you’re not alone, and more importantly, you’re not without options. At Consumer Action Law Group, we’ve seen […]
Dealership Promised to Make Repairs
It’s a scenario that we hear all the time. A consumer finds a car that is ALMOST a perfect fit for the vehicle they wanted, but some repairs had to be made before the car was really ready for purchase. It could be something as small as repairing a side mirror, or as big as […]
Postpone or Stop a Foreclosure Sale Date by Hiring a Foreclosure Attorney
Falling behind on your mortgage payments causes stress, anxiety and can effect relationships with those that you share a home with. We understand that there is often much more at stake than simply losing your home to foreclosure. Many homeowners call our office looking for help to postpone their foreclosure sale date while they work […]
Can a Dealership Sell a Total Loss Vehicle? What You Need to Know
When shopping for a used car, you might wonder if dealerships can sell total-loss vehicles. The answer is yes but with important conditions. In California, dealerships must be transparent about a car’s history, especially if it’s been declared a total loss. A total loss vehicle is one that an insurance company deemed too expensive to […]
Foreclosure Notices – Legal Help to Stop the Sale Notice
Mortgage companies have the right to foreclose on your home, but they must follow very specific guidelines, and timelines and issue the proper foreclosure notices in order to do so legally. The foreclosure process is typically long and winding, and most mortgage companies do little to help homeowners understand what they can expect. While the […]
Our Foreclosure Attorney Defense Home from Being Foreclosure
Foreclosure defense can be a confusing practice area of law for many people. After getting the run-around for months from your bank, trusting anyone with the future of your house can be a scary proposition. Can a foreclosure attorney actually prevent your home from being sold at auction? In many cases, the answer is YES. […]
Los Angeles Real Estate Foreclosure Attorney
Foreclosures are the ugly part of the real estate cycle that almost everyone tries to avoid. Sure, some homeowners get behind and plan a strategic foreclosure that will cost them the least amount of money and keep their credit score high enough to still obtain a loan – but most try to avoid it at […]
Your Rights When Buying a Car with Structural Damage
When you’re in the market for a used car, you expect honesty from the dealership. However, some sellers may not disclose crucial information about a vehicle’s history, particularly when it comes to structural damage. This practice isn’t just unethical—it’s illegal in California. Structural damage typically results from severe accidents that compromise a car’s frame. This […]
What to Do If the Car Dealership Would Not Honor the Warranty You Purchased
KEY TAKEAWAYS Warranties Matter: If you buy a used car, getting a warranty can save you a ton of money if something breaks. Shady Dealerships Exist: Some dealerships will try to get out of fixing your car, even if the warranty says they should. That’s not right. Double-Check Your Paperwork: Read your warranty carefully so […]
Foreclosure Defense Attorney That Expert in Foreclosure Defense Strategies
The most effective foreclosure defense strategy is to sue the mortgage company. Lawsuits against lenders get the best results for our clientsThe most effective foreclosure defense strategy is to sue the mortgage company.
What to Do If a Dealership Sold You a Car with Engine Trouble
Purchasing a used vehicle from a dealership often comes with the expectation of reliability and transparency. You trust that the car has been thoroughly inspected and is in good working condition. However, many California consumers find themselves facing unexpected engine troubles shortly after their purchase, despite assurances from the dealership about the vehicle’s quality. If […]
Unibody Damage: Understanding Your Rights as a Car Buyer
When you purchase a used car, you expect transparency from the dealer about the vehicle’s history and condition. One crucial aspect that dealers must disclose is unibody damage. This type of damage, often resulting from major accidents, can significantly impact a car’s safety and value. At Consumer Action Law Group, we believe it’s essential for […]
What Are Zombie Foreclosures?
The term Zombie Foreclosure refers to homes where the owners have left because they thought the property was going to sell at auction – but unbeknownst to them, did not. In most cases, the homeowner has received a notice of trustee sale with a specific date when their home is set to be sold by […]
What to Do After a Loan Modification is Denied
Have you recently been denied a loan modification and are not able to continue making monthly mortgage payments at the current interest rate? We understand the frustration and stress that go along with the loan modification negotiation process when the possibility of foreclosure is looming. That’s why our foreclosure lawyers never give up and do […]
Price Misrepresentation at the Car Dealership
Finding out that you have overpaid for something is frustrating, especially if that something is a car from a dealership you thought that you could trust. Unfortunately, consumers overpay for used cars often when the dealership misrepresents the actual price of the vehicle. Many dealerships think that they can get around Bait & bait-and-switch laws by […]
Financial Hardship and Foreclosure
We understand how fast one bout of Financial Hardship can throw a family into the dreaded foreclosure process – putting them at risk of losing their home if they can’t “catch up” on mortgage payments. Unfortunately, most mortgage lenders make it nearly impossible for someone who has fallen behind on payments to get current again. […]
Can a Dealership Sell a Car with Frame Damage?
When shopping for a used car, discovering that your potential purchase has frame damage can be alarming. While a car dealer can legally sell a vehicle with frame damage, the law requires full disclosure of this information to potential buyers. Understanding your rights as a consumer and knowing how to identify frame damage can help […]
Stopping Foreclosure in Southern California
According to the housing market reports – we’ve made it through the recession. According to the housing market reports, we’ve also seen foreclosure rates slow down drastically in most states. What these reports don’t show are the homeowners in California who are still struggling to have their own personal recession lifted as well. Our law […]
Attorney That Stop Home in Foreclosure
Many homeowners who have fallen behind on monthly mortgage payments are facing the possibility of losing their homes, but there are often options to stop foreclosure that the public is unaware of. Here at Consumer Action Law Group, our attorney’s have been helping Californians stop foreclosure, and save their home from being sold at auction. […]
Eagle Rock Law Office Opening Reception
After months of construction and three moves, Consumer Action Law Group officially opened the doors of its new Eagle Rock office location in October 2013. The attorneys, staff, family members, friends, and colleagues all joined in to celebrate the firm’s growth. 2013 has been a great year for the firm. Consumer Action Law Group expanded into new […]
Home Foreclosure Prevention Service
The banking and mortgage industry has done nothing to make it easy for consumers to understand how much they’re really paying when they sign a contract. They also seem to guard their actual process for loan modifications and the foreclosure process as if they were government secrets. Many of our clients call us because they […]
Uncover the Impact of Mileage on Used Car Pricing
KEY TAKEAWAYS TMU mileage significantly affects used car pricing and requires careful consideration when purchasing. California law mandates dealerships to disclose TMU status; failure to do so is considered auto fraud. Protect yourself by getting a vehicle history report, independent inspection, and understanding all documents before buying a TMU vehicle. TMU mileage can impact a […]
Can the Dealership Cancel Your Contract?
Ever thought of what you can do if your dealership sold you a bad car? You have rights and an experienced Attorney can help!
The Foreclosure Process – How to Stop A Notice of Default
While it rarely comes as a surprise, the notice of default is typically the first official step in the foreclosure process. A notice of default is issued by the mortgage lender after the homeowner misses three or more scheduled monthly payments. While there is still time to take action and prevent foreclosure, the bank makes […]
California Foreclosure Lawyers – Foreclosure Prevention
Southern Californians have to struggle to live in some of the most expensive places in the world. The cost of living across SoCal is among the highest in the country, and this makes it difficult for many homeowners to keep up with mortgage payments. A loss of income, stay in the hospital or other large […]
Hire a Foreclosure Attorney to Stop California Foreclosure
All year long, Californians have been seeing news stories stating that foreclosure rates are down substantially, but the truth is that foreclosures will always exist or at an increased rate since the US economy is doing poorly and the unemployment rate is increasing. New laws protecting homeowners, called the California Homeowner’s Bill of Rights, were […]
Our Car Fraud Attorney Sue Car Dealer for Fraud
Purchasing a used vehicle from a car dealership can be confusing, to say the least. Dealers have a whole host of different charges they can add to your contract while claiming that they are deducting fees that you’ve never even heard of. A sticker price of any amount can quickly double or triple through bad […]
Reasons to File Bankruptcy
If you have gotten to the point where you are researching the different types of bankruptcy and the benefits of each, there is probably a very good reason for it. Nobody gets into debt or takes out a loan with the intention of having to file bankruptcy, but for many, filing to eliminate unmanageable debt […]
Car Dealer Fraud Attorneys – We Sue Car Dealer
Every year, millions of used cars are sold from auto dealerships all across the country to consumers who trust that they will be driving around in the vehicle they were expecting. Unfortunately, many dealers scam buyers out of getting the car they thought they were going home with. Dealership Fraud has become more prevalent in […]
How to Stop Your Foreclosure
While the housing market continues to recover for some homeowners, many are still fighting to stop foreclosure. Many new laws to prevent illegal foreclosures from predatory lenders proceeding with the foreclosure process have recently come into effect and may be able to help you. These new laws have given homeowners options on how to stop […]
Lemon Law Attorney in Los Angeles
Southern Californians spend more time behind the wheel of their car than almost anyone else in the country. With a lack of far-reaching and reliable public transportation, there are actually three times the amount of cars registered in Los Angeles than there are residents. With so many cars being bought in Los Angeles County, it’s […]
Foreclosure Prevention Help in Los Angeles
Facing foreclosure alone, without any help, can be a very scary predicament for any homeowner. Mortgage companies are known for giving individuals the run-around during the foreclosure process, and promising assistance while only making the situation more confusing and difficult. If you’re facing foreclosure in Los Angeles, it’s important that you find help that you […]
Problems with Foreclosure Settlement Checks?
The problems with the independent foreclosure review settlement checks keep coming. Most recently, it’s been exposed that over 400,000 settlement checks have been mailed to the wrong addresses. This blunder comes after other foreclosure settlement checks bounced, or we issued for far less than what the homeowner was owed. It’s unfortunate that so many homeowners […]
Dealer Sold Me a Prior Rental Car: What California Consumers Can Do
Discovering that the used car you just purchased was previously a rental vehicle can be frustrating and concerning. If a dealer sold you a prior rental car without disclosing this important information, you may have been a victim of auto fraud. This situation is more common than many California consumers realize, and it’s important to […]
Daunte Culpepper’s Foreclosure – Foreclosure Sale Prevention Help
It’s upsetting to see yet another prominent figure, this time an athlete, lose their home to foreclosure. Former NFL Quarterback Daunte Culpepper’s property, worth more than $3 Million, was foreclosed on by SunTrust Bank back in April of 2013. After a successful career with the Minnesota Vikings, Culpepper went to the Miami Dolphins in 2006 […]
We Sue Car Dealer for Odometer Fraud
It seems that used car dealerships will do anything they can to get the sale. There are many different types of Auto Fraud, and rolling back an odometer to trick a consumer into thinking the vehicle has fewer miles than it really does, is illegal. In the past, it was difficult to prove that a […]
Can You Get a Loan if You Are Currently in Foreclosure?
In the past, the social stigma of bankruptcy and foreclosure not only ruined the life of the consumers but also their credit reports for seven to 10 years. Therefore, bankruptcy and foreclosure are considered to be the two most regrettable ways to regain control over the financial situation and start afresh. If you filed for […]
Eliminate Medical Debt by Filling Bankruptcy
Making the decision to file for bankruptcy for any reason can be difficult. It’s common knowledge that filing bankruptcy will be evident on your credit record for several years, and could affect the potential to get a car or home loan for a period of time. While that may all be true, bankruptcy is often […]
Options for Stopping Foreclosure
Many Americans are still facing the possibility of losing their home, and are in need of options to stop foreclosure. Falling behind on monthly mortgage payments and applying for a loan modification in hopes of getting a lower rate works for some homeowners, but the vast majority are left in even worse shape than where […]
New Law Office Location
Consumer Action Law Group is making a big move. Our team has continued to grow both in size and practice areas, leaving us with no option but to move to a new office location. Rather than moving from one large office building to the next, our firm will make the transition to our very own […]
Bankruptcy Attorney in Los Angeles
Nobody gets into today’s debt with the intention of falling behind on payments and being forced to declare bankruptcy. We understand personal debt and have been helping clients in Los Angeles properly file Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy for years. It’s not uncommon to find cheap Bankruptcy Lawyers that will prepare legal documents, only […]
How to Qualify for Bankruptcy
In order to file for Bankruptcy, you must first take a credit counseling class. The credit counseling class is simple, and quick and can be taken in an online course that lasts just an hour. For many people who have been struggling with debt, taking this course is typically the last step before they actually […]
Bait and Switch at the Dealership
If a car dealer advertises one price for a specific vehicle and then asks another amount once you’re ready to make the purchase, it’s a bait and switch tactic and you can sue the dealer.
Los Angeles Foreclosure Attorneys
California was one of the hardest-hit states during the housing collapse of the late 2000s, and many homeowners are still struggling to make their monthly mortgage payments on time. Missing just one mortgage payment can force a homeowner into a financial downturn, making it even more difficult to catch up on bills due to late […]
Strategies to Prevent or Stop Foreclosure
Consumer Center for Resources will be hosting an event to inform consumers of their legal rights, and their options when struggling with foreclosure and financial hardship. (Glendale, CA – May 28th, 2013) – Consumer Center for Resources will be hosting an event to inform consumers of their legal rights and their options when struggling with […]
How to Find a Bankruptcy Attorney?
What are the important things you need to know before hiring an attorney for bankruptcy? Not all Los Angeles bankruptcy attorneys located in Los Angeles are equal, and choosing one based solely on price could leave you in a worse financial position than you were to begin with. We’ve all driven past a number of […]
Wrongful Repossession in California: Know Your Rights
If you think that you are a victim of auto fraud and your car is Illegal Repossession, the auto fraud attorneys at Consumer Action Law Group can…
Auto Fraud Attorney in California
Buying a car should be an exciting experience, but for many Californians, it can turn into a nightmare due to auto fraud. Every year, thousands of consumers fall victim to deceptive practices by unscrupulous car dealerships. At Consumer Action Law Group, we’re here to help you understand what auto fraud is, how to spot it, […]
Recognizing and Fighting Auto Fraud in California
Buying a car in California should be exciting, but unfortunately, some dealerships use shady tactics to take advantage of buyers. At Consumer Action Law Group, we’ve seen it all – from hidden fees to selling damaged cars without telling the buyer. That’s why our auto fraud lawyers are committed to helping consumers fight back against […]
California Homeowners Bill of Rights Prevent Foreclosure
New reports are showing that California Foreclosures have slowed drastically in the first quarter of 2013. Real estate firm, DataQuick has released numbers stating that there has been a 67% decrease in foreclosures over the first quarter of 2012 and a 51.4% drop from Q4 of last year as well. These numbers are encouraging for […]
Zombie Foreclosures – Let Our Foreclosure Attorney Help You
The horrific term “Zombie Foreclosures” proves that the housing market has still not fully recovered from the economic collapse of just a few years ago. Lenders and Real Estate professionals have used this new term to describe homes that have been left vacant by the owners who thought they were going to lose their houses […]
Foreclosure Settlement Checks Bounce
Homeowners were dealt another blow by the large lending banks when foreclosure checks bounced earlier this week. Checks were issued from a company called Rust Consulting after the leading mortgage banks agreed to a $3.6 Billion settlement earlier this year. The settlement is to pay homeowners who had their home foreclosed on in 2009 and […]
Foreclosures on Military Families – We Stop Foreclosure
The men and women who serve this country receive standing ovations at sporting events and have doors held for them when they’re in uniform, but far too often we see military families facing foreclosure just like civilians. While some mortgage lenders have been known to be willing to work with families who are having trouble […]
Eliminate Hospital Bills With Bankruptcy
An unexpected sickness or injury can quickly land someone in a large amount of debt. Uninsured patients can quickly rack up hospital bills that are far more than they could ever hope to pay back in a timely fashion. After being discharged from the hospital, the relief of being better turns to stress and harassment […]
Did You Receive a Notice of Trustee Sale?
The notice of default came months ago, but now you received the notice of trustee sale. Your lender has provided you with a date that your home is set to be sold at auction in the foreclosure process. Is all hope lost? Clients of Consumer Action Law Group in Los Angeles would confirm that you […]
Foreclosure Defense Attorneys in California
Most people who purchase a new home have every intention to make each mortgage payment on time and in full. Unfortunately, financial hardship from unexpected medical bills, a layoff, or other life emergencies can prevent homeowners from being able to make their payments as planned. After months of missed mortgage payments, the lender will send […]
Atari Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Atari has announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to reorganize its debt. The Atari Bankruptcy is one of many corporate reorganizations announced in the recent past. The classic video game platform is able to benefit from Chapter 11 by restructuring its management and prioritizing its creditors. In general, businesses that file for […]
How to Stop Foreclosure Fast
If you are behind on payments and need to stop foreclosure fast, meet with our foreclosure defense attorneys to explore mortgage litigation and bankruptcy…
