If you’ve recently received unwanted or illegal robocalls, you may be entitled to compensation. Under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), companies that ignore the Do Not Call list or use automated dialing systems without your prior consent can face serious legal consequences. In some cases, you may be eligible to receive $500 to $1,500 for each violating call.
Many businesses including doctors’ offices, dentists, debt collectors, and other marketers continue to use prerecorded messages and automated calls without proper authorization, violating federal law and disrupting consumers’ privacy. If you have kept records such as call logs, voicemails, or screenshots, you could participate in a TCPA lawsuit and claim compensation.
What Is the TCPA?
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) is a federal law enacted in 1991 to protect consumers from intrusive telemarketing practices. The law regulates how and when businesses may contact individuals via phone, text, or fax, particularly through robocalls and automated dialing systems.
Under the TCPA:
- Businesses cannot make robocalls without your prior written consent.
- Consent can be revoked at any time.
- Calls must occur between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. local time.
- Callers must identify themselves, their business, and provide a valid contact number or address.
- Calls to emergency lines, hospital rooms, and other sensitive numbers are prohibited.
- Companies must honor Do Not Call requests and maintain internal compliance lists.
Violations of these rules can make companies liable for legal action, and consumers may be entitled to financial compensation.
Robocalls from Doctors, Dentists, and Debt Collectors
Many people assume that robocalls from medical or financial institutions are exempt from the TCPA, but this is not the case. Doctors’ offices, dental chains, orthodontists, and debt collectors must comply with federal regulations.
Violations can include:
- Calls from doctors’ offices for marketing or appointment reminders without consent.
- Promotional calls from dental offices unrelated to active treatment.
- Debt collectors using prerecorded messages or automated dialing systems.
- Repeated calls to numbers after requests to stop or opt-out.
If you received such calls, you may be eligible for compensation ranging from $500 to $1,500 per violating call.
Common TCPA Violations
Some of the most frequent violations include:
- Robocalls using prerecorded or artificial voices without consent.
- Automated dialing systems calling cellphones without permission.
- Calls made outside permitted hours (before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m.).
- Calls to numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry.
- Wrong-number calls made repeatedly.
- Failure to identify the caller or business.
Adding Your Number to the Do Not Call List
To reduce unwanted calls, consumers can register their phone numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry at DoNotCall.gov or by calling 1-888-382-1222. TTY users may call 1-866-290-4236. Once registered, numbers generally stop receiving legitimate telemarketing calls within 31 days.
Even after registration, if you continue receiving calls, companies may be violating the TCPA, giving you potential legal options.
Legal Help for Unwanted Marketing Calls
If you have received unsolicited phone calls from debt collectors, doctors, dentists, or other marketers, you may have legal recourse. Consumers who document these calls can participate in TCPA lawsuits and seek compensation for violations. Experienced legal professionals can help you navigate the process, protect your rights, and maximize potential recovery.
About Ted Law Firm
At Ted Law Firm, we provide reliable legal guidance and support to clients facing consumer protection and TCPA-related cases.We serve families across Aiken, Anderson, Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, North Augusta and Orangeburg. We proudly represent individuals throughout Alabama and Georgia, including Birmingham, Jefferson County, Center Point, and surrounding areas. Our experienced team ensures your rights and privacy are protected, helping you pursue compensation for unwanted robocalls and other violations. We focus on understanding your needs and offering practical, actionable solutions. Contact us today for a free consultation and safeguard your interests.Contact us today for a free consultation.
