Queens, NY — Senator Leroy Comrie is proud to sponsor the FAIR Business Practices Act legislation introduced by Attorney General Letitia James aimed at modernizing New York’s consumer protection laws and holding bad business actors accountable.
The bill would update a law that hasn’t been meaningfully changed in over 37 years. It gives the Attorney General’s office and everyday New Yorkers more tools to stop companies from using misleading, abusive, or flat-out unfair business tactics, like hidden junk fees, scams that target non-English speakers, or shady subscription models that are nearly impossible to cancel.
“The laws on the books haven’t kept up with how business is done today,” said Senator Comrie. “New Yorkers deserve clear protections and the ability to get relief when they’ve been taken advantage of. This bill brings us in line with nearly every other state and gives people the power to get restitution.”
Please Support Our Ad Sponsors Who Make This Community News Blog Possible. And Don't Forget To Tell Them You Saw Their Ad in The Scoop!
 |
| Attorney General Letitia James Introduced Legislation |
- Allowing victims to take civil action against unfair, abusive and deceptive business practices
- Raising penalties up to $1,000 per violation
- Supporting small businesses that often fall victim to misleading contracts and aggressive lenders
- Protecting seniors, immigrants, veterans, and other vulnerable New Yorkers
Examples of practices this bill would address include:
- Loan servicers steering borrowers into more expensive plans
- Health insurance companies advertising “in-network” doctors who don’t accept the plan
- Debt collectors wrongfully seizing Social Security checks
- Companies hiding key pricing or policy information in fine print
“This bill is about fairness. It’s about catching up to the times, protecting our communities, and making sure nobody gets left behind,” Comrie said. “We need to make it clear that in New York, there are rules and if you break them, there are consequences.”
 |
| To Book An Appointment Or Get More Info Click Here |
While there are brilliant persons on the Autism Spectrum celebrated today, very little media stories focus on people, especially women of color. Our co-publisher's new bio-pic "nZinga's Spectrum In 3D," is a moving and inspirational documentary on how a young Black woman RISES to overcome her challenges.
nZinga Austin is also the Co-publisher of Our Black News Scoop and Southeast Queens Scoop. The documentary of about 1/2 hr long is getting rave reviews.Checkout Nzinga's Spectrum in 3D now Click Here. Please share
Posted by community events coordinator, Nzinga Lonstein Austin, is a prolific blogger who writes on the entertainment industry and issues for people with developmental and physical challenges.She is presently in high school looking to have a career in video, film, and media. You can see more of her entertainment writing on Lonstein Movies.
Since you are here think about this please. Do You Want The Southeast Queens Scoop To Continue To Promote Empowering News and Events largely ignored by the corporate owned mainstream media in our area?
Since most local businesses don't have large ad budgets then please consider donating to ensure we can continue our media efforts. We appreciate all contributions ($5, $10, $15, $20, +) no amount is too small. Please donate now below or read more on donations.
No comments:
Post a Comment