Why We Publish These Alerts

You cannot have too much information

Client consumers often do not know where to turn for help when dealing with a company that they have either: hired to represent them, purchased products from, or purchased services from. If the company in question is not ethically or correctly addressing their complaint or business issues, it is essential that they know where to go to find information about the company.

Potential Clients need access to resources for researching any company with which they may be considering entering into a contractual / business agreement.

Non-client consumers often do not know where to turn for help when they are being harassed by a company that is acting improper while performing on behalf of their client.

1st Consumer makes no claim about the companies that we report on, we simply point you at the appropriate resources and put the power of decision making and submitting feedback into your hands.

The Better Business Bureau is an outstanding and completely objective organization that gathers information from both business and consumers to compile dynamic reports that are designed to keep the public informed. We want to make sure that you know of the existence of those reports in specific cases.

State Licensing Agencies are often overlooked by the public but are important organizations that want your feedback about the businesses in their state. This is because they are in the best position to actually discipline a business or revoke a license, should that become necessary. Without consumer feedback, these state organizations are often too busy or overworked to notice problem companies within their jurisdiction.

Membership Organizations can also be pressed upon to monitor and correct the behavior of their member companies. If you find yourself in a dispute with any company that claims memberships, seek out those organizations and provide feedback.

The reports, complaint forms, and web sites that this consumer alert highlights help give the consumer a voice and the ability to make the world a better place. All businesses and the people in them CAN live up to the highest ethical standards, some just need a little encouragement.

CONSUMER NOTE: It is important to remember that you or your company MAY be liable for the actions of any company that is working as your authorized agent. Be an informed consumer; know who you are doing business with. Always check with the Better Business Bureau and the state department of licensing where the company is headquartered for more information about any company with which you plan to enter into a business agreement.