TRICKS, LIES, AND LAWSUITS — California’s Legal Remedy for Consumer Fraud
In a marketplace flooded with flashy ads, fine print, and false claims, California’s Consumers Legal Remedies Act (CLRA) stands as a powerful tool for protecting consumer rights
When businesses mislead or exploit you, the law doesn’t just give you options—it gives you leverage.
At R23 Law, our California Consumer Protection Attorneys are seasoned advocates for consumers facing deception, manipulation, and abusive business practices. From class actions to individual claims, we hold bad actors accountable under the full power of the CLRA and related laws.
What Is the Consumers Legal Remedies Act?
The CLRA is one of California’s cornerstone consumer protection laws. It prohibits businesses from engaging in deceptive, unfair, or fraudulent acts in the sale or lease of goods and services to consumers.
Unlike many federal laws that offer limited recourse, the CLRA is designed to empower individual consumers and expose systemic fraud, making it a key statute for those wronged by misleading advertisements, product misrepresentation, or dishonest sales tactics.
Violations That Trigger CLRA Liability
California law explicitly lists dozens of prohibited acts under the CLRA. While the list is extensive, the most common violations our firm sees include:
Misrepresenting where a product or service comes from
Advertising goods or services with the intent not to sell them as advertised
Claiming refurbished items are new
Lying about another company’s goods or services
Falsely stating the quality, grade, or origin of a product or service
Making false claims of authority to negotiate on behalf of a business
Using robocalls to contact consumers who aren’t current customers or who don’t owe a debt
If a business has engaged in any of these actions and caused you harm, R23 Law’s California Consumer Protection Attorneys can evaluate your legal standing and prepare the strongest path forward.
Consumer Rights Under the CLRA: Individual and Class Actions
The CLRA offers both individual and class action remedies, making it one of the most flexible consumer statutes in California. If you've been affected by a company’s misconduct, you can file:
An individual claim for actual damages, injunctive relief, punitive damages, and attorneys’ fees
A class action if multiple consumers have been harmed by the same deceptive practice
Class actions are especially powerful when a company’s actions create widespread harm—such as overbilling, bait-and-switch pricing, or marketing a defective product as safe.
R23 Law’s Legal Services for CLRA Violation Victims
At R23 Law, we’re not just litigators—we are California consumer protection strategists. Our experienced attorneys offer comprehensive support, including:
Case Review and Violation Analysis
We examine your claim against the full list of CLRA violations and other overlapping laws, including the Unfair Competition Law (UCL) and False Advertising Law (FAL).
Demand Letter Drafting and Statutory Compliance
The CLRA requires a 30-day notice letter before filing most claims. We ensure this step is done properly to preserve your legal options.
Strategic Litigation and Class Action Representation
Whether your case is best pursued individually or as part of a class action, our attorneys bring aggressive, results-driven strategies to every lawsuit.
Damage Recovery and Injunctive Relief
We pursue full compensation and court orders to stop businesses from continuing unlawful practices.
How to Take Legal Action Under the CLRA
To initiate a claim under the Consumers Legal Remedies Act:
Act quickly. You have just three years from the date the unlawful act occurred to take legal action.
Send written notice. Before filing suit, California law requires that you send a notice letter to the business identifying the violation and giving them 30 days to correct the issue.
File your claim. If the business fails to address your concerns, your attorney can proceed with a formal lawsuit in state court.
Our team at R23 Law handles this entire process from start to finish—ensuring compliance, precision, and pressure on the defendant every step of the way.
Why Consumers Across California Choose R23 Law
From Los Angeles to San Francisco, from Sacramento to San Diego, R23 Law’s California Consumer Protection Attorneys are recognized for their fierce dedication to consumer rights. We speak multiple languages, serve diverse communities, and never back down from corporate misconduct.
Our legal team is driven by one purpose: hold businesses accountable when they break the rules.
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Whether you’ve been misled, overcharged, or targeted by unlawful sales practices, the CLRA gives you powerful legal tools. R23 Law is here to enforce them. Reach out today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
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