Cellphone wrong-number robocalls could be worth $500-$1,500 per violation of the federal TCPA
Consumers may be able to sue for $500-$1,500 per violation under the TCPA if they receive robocalls intended for someone else.Summary
This article discusses potential legal recourse for individuals who receive robocalls or recorded messages on their cellphones that are intended for someone else. These 'wrong-number' calls can be illegal under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), which allows consumers to recover between $500 and $1,500 per violation. The issue often arises when a new cellphone number is assigned and companies haven't updated their records.
The TCPA prohibits companies from making prerecorded calls or delivering prerecorded messages to cellphones without prior consent. Numerous large companies, including Wells Fargo, Navient Solutions, and JPMorgan Chase Bank, have previously settled TCPA-related class action lawsuits for millions of dollars.
Individuals who have received such calls are encouraged to fill out a form for a free case evaluation to determine their eligibility to pursue a lawsuit and potentially recover monetary damages.
(Source：Class Action Lawsuits)