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Automobiles
Attorney General's Consumer Protection Section
(Separate Website)
The Consumer Protection Section of the Attorney General's office is responsible for enforcing Louisiana's consumer protection laws. This site has information and other resources, including a link to the page where you can learn about how to file a complaint about a consumer issue.
By: State of Louisiana
Buying a Used Car (FTC)
(Separate Website)
Find out about what to watch out for when buying a used car.
By: FTC
Buying a Used Car -- La Compra de un Auto Usado
Knowing your rights may boost your chances of getting a fair deal.
Es posible que saber los derechos aumentaría
la posibilidad de conseguir un acuerdo justo.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
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Spanish / Español
Consumer Brochures for Seniors -- Free
(Separate Website)
Brochures for seniors about scams, debt collectors, and more.
By: National Consumer Law Center
File a Complaint with the FTC. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Watch this video from the Federal Trade Commissions Bureau of Consumer Protection to find out more about how to file a consumer complaint.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Guía del Consumidor y Mas
(Separate Website)
"¿Tiene alguna pregunta o algún problema como consumidor? Usted ha venido al sitio correcto para obtener ayuda, ahora con más información en español."
By: Centro Federal de Información para el Público de la Administración de Servicios Generales de los EE. UU.
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
How to Get Legal Help/Como Obtener Ayuda Legal
Information in English and Spanish about how to get help from programs that offer free help to qualified people. This slide show has an audio track in Spanish.
Lea aquí para aprender cómo obtener ayuda gratis con problemas legales, ayuda de los programas para las personas de ingresos bajos.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Lawyer Referral and Information
(Separate Website)
Here is a link to the Lawyer Referral and Information page from the site of the Louisiana State Bar Association. Here are the individual numbers listed on that site:
Lawyer Referral Numbers
Baton Rouge:
(225)344-9926
Lafayette
(337)237-4700
Lake Charles:
(337)436-3308
New Orleans
(504)561-8828
Shreveport:
(318)222-0720
By: Louisiana State Bar Association
Louisiana's Lemon Law Repair rights when you buy NEW vehicles.
By: Louisiana Attorney General
Louisiana's Redhibition Law
(Separate Website)
Look for information under the link to the Attorney General's "Consumer Notbook" items.
Repossessions
When you borrow money to buy a car or truck, the lender can take it back if you violate the contract (such as miss a payment).
By: Consumer Action Website-Federal Citizen Information Center
Other Formats:
Separate Website
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Video: How to file a consumer complaint with the Federal Trade Commission
See this video from the FTC to learn how to file a complaint with this agency. This may help you deal with scams and ripoffs.
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Changes in Bankruptcy Law that affect the Low-Income
Congress made some changes in bankruptcy law. They go into effect October 17, 2005. Find out which changes most affect low-income people.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services
Attorney General's Consumer Protection Section
(Separate Website)
The Consumer Protection Section of the Attorney General's office is responsible for enforcing Louisiana's consumer protection laws. This site has information and other resources, including a link to the page where you can learn about how to file a complaint about a consumer issue.
By: State of Louisiana
Avoid Foreclosure
(Separate Website)
Learn more about what you may be able to do to avoid foreclosure.
By: KnowYourOptions.com (Fannie Mae)
Avoid foreclosure rescue scams! Tips from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
See the information page and video.
By: Federal Trade Commission -- FTC
Other Formats:
Separate Website
Avoid foreclosure rescue scams! Tips from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Watch this video to learn more about foreclosure rescue scams and how to avoid becoming a victim.
By: Federal Trade Commission -- FTC
Bankruptcy Basics for Cases Filed Before Oct. 17, 2005
(Separate Website)
By: Administrative Office, U.S. Courts
Bankruptcy Basics for Cases Filed on or after Oct. 17, 2005
(Separate Website)
By: United States Bankruptcy Court
Consumer Brochures for Seniors -- Free
(Separate Website)
Brochures for seniors about scams, debt collectors, and more.
By: National Consumer Law Center
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