It is very important for businesses to obtain consent to call folks. Not only is it the law, but the federal courts have declared so. What is the TCPA? Companies may be liable under federal law known as the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) for either (1)...
Consumer Protection
What is Arbitration and Why You Should Always Opt Out
Arbitration is a procedure in which two parties agree to submit a dispute to an arbitrator who makes a binding decision on the dispute. In choosing arbitration, the parties opt for a private dispute resolution procedure instead of going to court. You, as the consumer,...
Don’t Get Duped by a Rent-a-Bank
Don't Get Duped by a Rent-a-Bank In these trying times, businesses and individuals alike are striving to make sure their basic needs are covered. Unfortunately, unscrupulous “rent-a-banks” have been popping up around the country and taking advantage of desperate...
Hurt Stolz, P.C. and clients Kay Pries and Pamela Daniels received a favorable ruling in their case against GreenPath, Inc.
On January 5, 2021, the U.S. Federal Court for the Middle District of Georgia denied Defendant GreenPath's motion to dismiss Plaintiffs' claims against it in a federal putative class action under Georgia's Debt Adjustment Act and the Fair Business Practices Act.. The...
What is UM/UIM Coverage and Why You Should Have It
What is UM/UIM Coverage and Why You Should Have It In the September issue of Georgia Mountain Laurel, Mr. Hurt addresses uninsured and underinsured motorist coverages, and why it is a good idea to add those to your current policy. Read the full article HERE.
Georgia Mountain Laurel Features Jimmy Hurt
July GML Feature on Jimmy Hurt In June, Georgia Mountain Laurel's Tracy McCoy interviewed our own Jimmy Hurt for a feature in the July issue regarding our new Clayton office and the Hurts' move to the mountains. Read the full article HERE.
Repost from the GA Attorney General’s Office: How to Buy a Car Without Getting Taken for a Ride
Consumer Alert: How to Buy a Car Without Getting Taken for a Ride ATLANTA, GA – Are you ready for a new set of wheels? Next to buying a home, a vehicle is the biggest purchase most people will make, and once you sign a contract, there is typically no turning back. So,...
Why You May Need a Consumer Protection Attorney
This article was originally published in the April 2020 issue of Georgia Mountain Laurel magazine. To view the full publication, click here. Why You May Need a Consumer Protection Attorney By: James W. Hurt, Jr. Financial injuries are much like physical injuries in...
What is the NCSLT and Why You Need a Consumer Lawyer
What is the NCSLT and Why You Need a Consumer Lawyer Most college students look to federal loans to fund their education, however, this often isn’t enough. As a result, people turn to privately-funded loans to cover their education expenses. These loans typically...