Consumer Class Actions

Class Action Lawsuit Attorneys

Often when one consumer has a problem with a business, that is only the "tip of the iceberg." When many consumers have the same problem with the same company, the complaints can sometimes be grouped together for a consumer class action lawsuit.

At the Bohrer Law Firm, LLC, we have extensive experience in consumer class actions. If you have a claim against a company, tell us about it. We will evaluate the possibility of bringing a consumer class action against the company.

We are here to help you. Call 225-925-LAWS (5297) or 1-800-876-3911 or contact us. No fee unless we collect for you.

Classic Action Lawsuits: Example Cases

  • Junk faxes — Have you gotten a lot of unsolicited junk faxes? You may have a claim under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The TCPA consumer class action compensates consumers for junk faxes.
  • Nursing home neglect — If one nursing home resident has been mistreated, there may be many more. Talk to our attorneys about nursing home neglect and we can help you file an individual claim or become part of a class action claim.
  • Non-payment of insurance claim — Did your insurance company fail to pay a claim? If the insurance company's bad faith is a pattern, you may have a claim within a class action lawsuit.
  • Improper billing — Have you been overcharged or not billed correctly for a product or service? You and others may be able to bring a class action lawsuit.
  • Dangerous / defective products — Have you purchased a product that did not perform as it should, or was defective?
  • Consumer rip-offs — Has a company failed to honor a warranty or refund due, or failed to give you what you paid for?

Unauthorized Phone Bill Charges

There have been reports that several telephone communication companies are bundling unauthorized charges that were not requested by the customer. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) calls this "cramming" — the practice of placing unauthorized charges on telephone bills.

This fraudulent scheme involves charging customers for third-party service subscriptions such as Internet access, voicemail, Web hosting, wallpaper, screen savers, yellow page listings, and more. The charges show up on their regular telephone bill. These third-party providers are actually billing clearinghouses that process phone-billed transactions on behalf of vendors. However, most of these services were never requested, authorized or known to the customer.

Bohrer Law Firm, LLC is evaluating cases involving the fraudulent practices of telephone carriers.

Defective Plumbing Fittings (Zurn Pex)

Zurn, a water control manufacturing company, has sold over 139 million brass plumbing fittings over the past six years. Lawsuits have been filed against Zurn Pex and Zurn Industries — the makers of Zurn plumbing systems. The defective fittings are identified by "Q Pex" or "QPex" stamped on their side. Several lawsuits have been filed by homeowners who claim that Zurn's brass fittings were flawed or designed incorrectly. The homeowners stated that the Zurn fittings failed by cracking, splitting, or completely failing — sometimes only months after installation. Due to the failed fittings, significant water damage occurred.

Although Zurn has acknowledged an increased number of premature failures in its QPex products, it denies any responsibility for those failures. Internal documents revealed that a representative from Zurn considered the QPex fittings a “ticking time bomb.” The company has stopped selling brass Zurn Pex products in some areas and rather focusing on selling its plastic Pex fittings.

Bohrer Law Firm, LLC, is evaluating cases involving faulty Zurn Plumbing systems. Contact us if you there are Zurn plumbing fittings installed in your home.

Defective Plumbing (Uponor/Wirsbo)

Uponor / Wirsbo is a heating and plumbing manufacturer / supplier whose plumbing systems and fittings allegedly failed, subsequently causing leaks and water damage. There has been at least one finding that Uponor / Wirsbo fittings may have a defect that causes corrosion.

These plumbing systems are used both residentially and commercially and contain cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) tubing instead of metal piping to distribute water. These systems allegedly fail when exposed to water, causing dezincification, a chemical reaction causing in reduced water flow and leaks. Dezincified plumbing systems can burst and leak, and affect the system's overall ability to provide water to appliances and fixtures.

Bohrer Law Firm, LLC, is evaluating defective Uponor / Wirsbo plumbing systems and fittings. If you feel that your home contains this defective drywall and that you have experienced any of the above problems, please contact us.

If you have bought a product that did not work or meet advertised claims, tell us about it. Your claim may be the basis for a consumer class action lawsuit. Our consumer class action lawyers can help you understand the laws and your rights. You do not have to face a big company alone.

Call 225-925-LAWS (5297) or 1-800-876-3911. Free confidential initial consultation. Email us.

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PH: (225) 925-5297
PH: 1-800-876-3911
8712 Jefferson Highway, Suite B
Baton Rouge, LA 70809-2233
FAX: (225) 231-7000
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the FELA?

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FELA stands for the Federal Employers' Liability Act. This is a Federal Act passed by Congress in 1908. The FELA gives railroad employees the right to recover money damages from their employer if the employer was negligent.


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