how to report to attorney general

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Complaint Form: To file a complaint, please complete the form at this link and mail it to us at:
Phone: 212-416-8090.
Email: [email protected].
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NYS OAG Information and Complaint Helpline: 1-800-771-7755.
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How do I email the NYS Attorney General?

Contact Office by Mail: Office of the Attorney General. The Capitol. Albany, NY 12224-0341.
Press Office Email: [email protected].
General Helpline: 1-800-771-7755.
TDD/TTY Toll Free Line: 1-800-788-9898.
Healthcare Hotline: 1-800-428-9071.
Medicaid Fraud Control Unit: 212-417-5397.

How do I file a complaint against a business in New York?

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Fax: (212) 487-4482.

Who is the attorney general for the state of New York?

Letitia James (Democratic Party)

New York / Attorney general

Letitia Ann "Tish" James is an American lawyer, activist, and politician. She is a member of the Democratic Party and the current Attorney General of New York, having won the 2018 election to succeed appointed Attorney General Barbara Underwood.

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How do I report a contractor in NY?

For complaints about home improvement contractors, contact the Department of Consumer Affairs at 311. Or use this online complaint service.

Where can you complain about a company?

Check out 10 effective ways and online destinations to file complaints that a company will pay attention to.

Go to the company website. ...
Contact the Better Business Bureau. ...
Contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). ...
Check out the Ripoff Report. ...
Email [email protected]. ...
Try Yelp. ...
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How do I make a consumer complaint?

A dissatisfied consumer can file a complaint directly with the national commission or appeal against decisions of the state commission within a month from the date of the order. The court fee is Rs 5,000 and the demand draft should be in the name of The Registrar, National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.

Who does the attorney general of New York report to?

The attorney general advises the executive branch of state government and defends actions and proceedings on behalf of the state. The attorney general acts independently of the governor of New York.

What does an Attorney General do?

The attorney general has a number of public interest functions, which are performed independently of government. They haves the power to refer appeals against unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal and request that the High Court re-examine inquests.Sep 8, 2020

How much does the New York Attorney General make?

State executive salaries

Office and current official	Salary
Attorney General of New York Letitia James
New York Secretary of State Robert Rodriguez
New York Public Service Commission James Alesi	$127,000
New York Commissioner of Agriculture Richard A. Ball	$120,800

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How long does a contractor have to warranty his work in New York?

In general, the law says that construction defects are covered for one year after the warranty date—the date title passed to the first new home owner. Plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, and ventilation systems are covered for two years after the warranty date.

Does New York have any laws addressing deceptive consumer practices?

The New York City Consumer Protection Law forbids all "deceptive or unconscionable trade practices in the sale, lease, rental, or loan, or in the offering for sale, lease, rental, or loan of any consumer goods and services, or in the collection of consumer debts." Under the Consumer Protection Law (commonly referred to ...

Where can I complain about an online purchase?

According to NCH, in case of fraudulent transactions a consumer should lodge a First Information Report (FIR) or make a police complaint or to Cyber Cell, if company is not traceable. To register a complaint with NCH you can call on 1800-11-4000 or 14404, you can also send SMS on 8130009809.Dec 17, 2019

What do you do when you are sued?

File lawsuits on your behalf or on behalf of individual consumers. Bring criminal charges for deceptive practices. Provide legal counsel or interpretations of the law to individuals. Routinely resolve individual complaints.

Is a complaint filed with the Consumer Protection Division open?

Complaints filed with the Consumer Protection Division are potentially an open record. This means any member of the public may file an open records request and view your complaint.

Does filing a complaint mean we represent you?

Please note: Filing a complaint does not mean that our office represents you in. any legal proceeding. You will receive a confirmation email once your complaint is successfully submitted. However, this does not mean that a case or investigation is open with the Consumer Protection Division.

What to do if a business disagrees with your information?

If the business disagrees with your information or they believe you are not legally entitled to an adjustment, this office cannot compel a firm to resolve a complaint. In such a case, we will inform you of your options. The main option in such disputes is to bring a legal action, such as in Small Claims Court. If the amount claimed by you is over the limit handled by Small Claims Court, a private lawsuit may be necessary. The state Consumer Protection Act provides a remedy for individuals who have been harmed by unfair or deceptive business practices. If you are successful in such a suit you may also recover the costs of bringing suit, including your attorney’s fees.

What is the criteria for legal action?

One criterion we use in selecting cases for legal action is the extent to which the activity harms the public as a whole. Another consideration is how likely our action will be in discouraging unfair practices in the future.

What happens if you are over the limit in small claims court?

If the amount claimed by you is over the limit handled by Small Claims Court, a private lawsuit may be necessary. The state Consumer Protection Act provides a remedy for individuals who have been harmed by unfair or deceptive business practices.

How long does it take to respond to a complaint?

Should you have any new information, you should send it to the attention of that person. Most firms will respond, but it may take three weeks or more from the time you first register your complaint. If we don’t get a response within a reasonable time, we will attempt to contact the firm again.

Will a business respond to a satisfactory solution?

In many cases the business will respond with a satisfactory solution, that we will forward on to you, and the case will be closed.

How to contact the Securities and Exchange Commission?

Contact the Securities and Exchange Commission at 1-800-SEC-0330, or online at www.sec.gov or www.sec.gov/complaint/select.shtml. State and Local Fraud. Contact your local Police Department or State Attorney General's Office. Updated November 16, 2020.

Where to contact the FBI about disaster fraud?

National Center for Disaster Fraud. Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4909. General Fraud and Other Criminal Matters. Contact the FBI at (202) 324-3000, or online at www.fbi.gov or tips.fbi.gov. Health Care Fraud, Medicare/Medicaid Fraud, and Related Matters. Contact the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General ...

How to contact the FTC?

Contact the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-FTC-HELP, 1-877-ID-THEFT , or online at www.ftc.gov. Disaster-Related Fraud. Contact the National Center for Disaster Fraud at ( 866) 720 - 5721, by fax at (225) 334-4707 or submit a complaint through the NCDF Web Complaint Form. Correspondence may be sent to: