Yes—telemarketers can qualify for a safe harbor from TCPA liability for calls made to reassigned numbers, but only under specific conditions. The safe harbor was established to protect businesses that attempt in good faith to verify the ownership of a phone number prior to placing… Continue Reading
TCPA litigators typically target companies that are either consistently noncompliant or lack the infrastructure to defend their practices. Businesses that run outbound calling or texting programs without tight control over consent, suppression lists, or third-party lead sources are especially vulnerable. Organizations most at risk of… Continue Reading
If your call center contacts US consumers, you must comply with US telemarketing regulations, regardless of where your operations are based. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and Do Not Call (DNC) laws apply to any business making calls or sending texts to US phone… Continue Reading
Just one. That’s all it takes. Under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), a single violation—such as calling a number on the Do Not Call (DNC) Registry or sending an automated text without prior written consent—can lead to a lawsuit. Consumers don’t have to prove… Continue Reading
A Subscription Account Number (SAN) is required for businesses that make telemarketing calls to consumers in the United States. The SAN grants access to the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry, allowing businesses to check their contact lists against restricted numbers and avoid costly TCPA… Continue Reading
TCPA litigators and professional plaintiffs manufacture lawsuits by exploiting weaknesses in telemarketing and customer outreach practices. They bait businesses into violations, leveraging outdated TCPA rules to force settlements and costly litigation. Businesses face even greater legal exposure if they lack airtight compliance. Uncapped statutory damages… Continue Reading
No, small businesses are not exempt from the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The TCPA applies to all businesses—regardless of size—if they engage in telemarketing, automated calls, text messaging, or fax marketing. This means that even if you’re a small company, you must follow the… Continue Reading
Not all telemarketers are required to have a Subscription Account Number (SAN), but most do. If your organization engages in unsolicited calls to consumers, a SAN is essential for accessing the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry. This number helps telemarketers scrub contact lists against… Continue Reading
No, you do not need to subscribe to all area codes with a Subscription Account Number (SAN) unless your telemarketing campaigns target consumers nationwide. A SAN allows access to the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry, but you only need to subscribe to the area… Continue Reading
Avoiding a TCPA (Telephone Consumer Protection Act) lawsuit requires strict adherence to telemarketing regulations. This includes obtaining explicit consent before contacting consumers, honoring the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry, and avoiding practices such as autodialing without permission. Businesses must also provide clear opt-out mechanisms… Continue Reading