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How Do I Protect Myself From False Information On My Credit Report?

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

Consumers are often shocked to find accounts they don’t recognize on their credit reports. A lot of individuals have false information on their credit reports and they aren’t even aware of it. They find out quickly enough when they are denied a credit card, car loan, or mortgage. Then they scramble to try to… Read More »

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DraftKings, FanDuel Facing Lawsuit For Consumer Fraud, False Advertising

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against the sports betting companies FanDuel and DraftKings over allegations of consumer fraud, false advertising, and negligence. The lawsuits have been filed in New York and Illinois. A Kentucky resident filed the first case alleging that the two companies allowed employees to enter on the other’s site for… Read More »

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When Should You Hire A Consumer Law Attorney?

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

The federal government and the state of Ohio have a framework of laws in place that are designed to protect individual consumers from fraud or other illegal practices. These laws cover a range of actions such as identity theft, debt collection practices, credit reporting errors, telephone and text communications, and more. Sometimes, companies violate… Read More »

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Can A Homeowners Association Foreclose On My Home?

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

If you’re a member of a homeowners association, then it’s within the realm of possibility that the HOA can foreclose on your home. While rare, it does happen. In this article, the Columbus, OH foreclosure defense attorneys at Kohl & Cook, LLC will discuss HOA foreclosures and what you can do to stop one…. Read More »

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Ohio Attorney General Sues Solar Power Company Over Aggressive Sales Tactics And Consumer Fraud

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

The Ohio Attorney General recently filed a lawsuit against a North Carolina-based company that sells solar panels. The attorney general filed their complaint after more than 100 customers complained about shoddy or substandard work and high-pressure sales tactics. Pink Energy, formerly known as PowerHome Solar, faces allegations of: Aggressive sales tactics Misrepresenting cost savings… Read More »

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Common Violations Of The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA)

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) is a federal consumer protection law established in 1974 meant to safeguard home buyers from predatory lenders. RESPA ensures that disclosures are given to buyers and sellers during the mortgage application process. It also seeks to safeguard consumers against unethical business practices such as kickbacks, surcharges, and… Read More »

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Can A Mortgage Loan Modification Attorney Help Me Keep My Home?

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

While mortgage loan modification was always an option for homeowners who were behind in their mortgages, it wasn’t a popular option until the Recession of 2008-2014. In 2009, America was facing a foreclosure crisis. To address the matter, the federal government enacted a measure to help borrowers modify their mortgages and make their payments… Read More »

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Dollar General Accused Of Pricing Fraud

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

An audit of 20 Dollar General stores revealed that the company was charging more at the register than it was advertising on the shelves according to a recent inspection conducted by Butler County Auditor’s Office. All 20 stores with pricing discrepancies were located in Butler County. All 20 Dollar General stores that were surveyed… Read More »

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Ohio Is Part Of A Nationwide Initiative To Stop Scam Robocalls

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

Ohio is part of a nationwide crackdown on illegal robocalls from telemarketers. Operation Stop Scam Calls is a concerted effort by the Federal Trade Commission and local authorities across the country targeting those who deceive consumers, collect phone numbers, and then provide their personal information to robocallers. Locally, the effort is being spearheaded by… Read More »

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How Can A General Counsel Business Lawyer Help My Columbus Business?

By Kohl & Cook Law Firm LLC |

While some larger companies can afford to hire in-house counsel, it will make sense for several smaller businesses to hire attorneys on a per-situation basis. This can be a more affordable option for several small businesses. Here at Kohl & Cook, we help small businesses with a wide variety of situational needs. In this… Read More »

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