Unfair Sales Practices and Consumer Fraud

Client Legal Education Materials

• Are You Being Harassed By Your Creditor? doc

  Your rights under the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Content Detail

  By:

  Mississippi Center for Legal Services

• Automobile Advertising

  This site establishes standards of practices setting forth certain basic principles in advertising the sale and lease of new and used motor vehicles. Discover what is or is not permissible in advertisements. Content Detail

• 2010 Medicare/Medicaid Manual

  This manual has been prepared as a useful guide to providers and consumers. It will assist you in learning about the health care programs available to Mississippi's elderly and disabled population. It will also provide you with a resource guide composed of various national and state agencies concerned with elder law, health care, and consumer protection. This manual is not intended, nor should it be used, as a substitute for medical, legal, or professional advice. Users of this guide should always consult with a doctor, attorney or other qualified professional before relying on the information contained in this publication. The directory listings in the "Resources" section of this manual are provided for your convenience and should not be construed as an endorsement by North Mississippi Rural Legal Services. Content Detail

• Consumer Protection

  This site provides a useful handbook of services and resources for consumers. Content Detail

• Cramming

  Unauthorized, misleading, or deceptive charges placed on your telephone bill - "cramming". Content Detail

• Credit Card Center

  This site provides a FAQ on dealing with financial institutions and information on filing a complaint with the FDIC. Content Detail

  By:

  Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

• How To Appeal From Justice Court in Civil Cases doc

  Content Detail

  By:

  Mississippi Center for Legal Services

• How To Claim Your Exemptions and Keep Your Essential Property PDF

  Content Detail

  By:

  Mississippi Center for Legal Services

• Payday Loans = Costly Cash

  This site discusses payday loans and alternatives. Content Detail

  By:

  Federal Trade Commission

• Tax Scams to Avoid

  Helpful guide for consumers to avoid falling victim to tax scams. Content Detail

  By:

  Internal Revenue Service

• Unwanted Telephone Marketing Calls

  The FCC has rules to aid consumers who wish to limit uninvited calls. Content Detail