Lawyer for Utility Fraud in California

Utility fraud is when someone opens a utility account using your name, social security number or date of birth without your permission. Most victims of utility fraud don’t realize it until the debt appears on their credit report or they are contacted by a debt collector. 

Immediately contact the utility company to report the fraud. Get your credit reports including a National Consumer Telecom and Utilities Exchange (NCTUE) report.

Contact us for a free consultation. We help people who are victims of utility fraud. We have more than two decades of experience helping and representing victims of identity theft and fraud. We file lawsuits on a contingency fee basis so you don’t pay our fees and costs unless you win at trial or receive… [Read More]

When a utility company or telecom provider allows an identity thief to open an account in your name, that unpaid debt often ends up destroying your credit score. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), you have the right to formally dispute these false charges. You should send a written dispute letter via certified mail… [Read More]

Yes. Unfortunately, ordinary hardworking people often discover they are victims of utility fraud precisely when they are trying to move into a new home to provide for their families. Landlords frequently check your credit and NCTUE reports; if they see an unpaid utility collection, they may reject your rental application. Furthermore, other utility companies may… [Read More]

California law provides strong protections for consumers facing this terrifying situation. A utility company cannot legally shut off your current, legitimate residential service simply because there is a disputed or fraudulent debt tied to a different address or an old account in your name. Essential services like water and power are vital to the health… [Read More]

Utility companies often sell unpaid accounts to aggressive debt buyers for pennies on the dollar. These collection agencies frequently prioritize economic efficiency and profit over uncovering the truth, meaning they will relentlessly harass you, your family, and even your employer for money you do not owe. While you can send a cease and desist letter,… [Read More]

It is incredibly frustrating to do everything right—filing a police report, submitting an FTC affidavit, and mailing dispute letters—only to have a massive telecom or utility corporation summarily reject your claim. These massive entities often rely on automated systems rather than human care, putting wealth and process over the well-being of the victims. If they… [Read More]