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NYC’s New SHIELD Debt Collection Rule: What Changes for New Yorkers on September 1, 2026
/by Mehalic Law PLLCThe texts come at 8 a.m. The calls start at lunch. By evening, there’s an email too, all about a debt you are not even sure is yours — maybe an old medical bill, maybe an account a company you have never heard of says it bought. For thousands of New Yorkers in Brooklyn, the […]
If a Hospital Employee Accessed My Records, What Can I Sue For? Medical Privacy Lawsuits in West Virginia and New York
/by Mehalic Law PLLCThe call usually starts the same way. A patient hears from a friend or family member that something private about her medical care is being talked about, a pregnancy she had not announced, or a diagnosis she had not shared. She traces the leak back to a hospital employee with a personal connection who pulled […]
Recognizing When an Insurer Acts in Bad Faith and What to Do About It: A Comprehensive Guide for West Virginians
/by Mehalic Law PLLCInsurance is, at its core, a contract of indemnity and peace of mind. You spend years, sometimes decades, diligently paying premiums, following the fine print, and maintaining your property or health. You do this with the implicit understanding that if a catastrophe occurs—whether it is a house fire, a debilitating car accident, or the loss […]
Auto Fraud in the Age of Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Guide to Consumer Rights
/by Mehalic Law PLLCAs electric vehicles (EVs) surge in popularity, more and more buyers are making the switch to this cleaner, high-tech form of transportation. For many, the transition to an EV represents a commitment to sustainability and a desire for the cutting-edge technology that modern manufacturers promise. However, as the market grows, so do the activities of […]
How West Virginia Law Protects You Against Creditor Harassment
/by Mehalic Law PLLCFor many West Virginia residents, a sudden financial downturn—whether due to medical emergencies, job loss, or economic shifts—can lead to the overwhelming stress of mounting debt. While creditors have a legal right to seek repayment, they do not have a license to abuse, harass, or deceive you. West Virginia boasts some of the strongest consumer […]
Survey Says: Automobile-Related Complaints Top Consumer Problems
/by Mehalic Law PLLCThis should come as no surprise. The Consumer Federation of America has published its annual survey of the top ten complaints made to state and local consumer agencies, and automobile-related problems are number one. The top consumer complaints include misrepresentations in advertising or sales of new and used cars, deceptive financing practices, defective vehicles, faulty repairs, car leasing and […]
Consumer Alert: Check your credit reports if you’re a T-Mobile customer
/by Mehalic Law PLLCIf you are or have been a T-Mobile customer, pay attention: T-Mobile now says more than 54 million people have been affected by the data breach it disclosed earlier this week. Data, including names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and information from other types of identification, have been compromised in a […]