how to fight verizon without getting a lawyer

by Prof. Felipe Kuhlman 4 min read

Do not hesitate to file a small claims lawsuit at your local courthouse if they do not give you what you want. You do not need an attorney! It generally costs less than $240 to file a claim. Once you file, you will get a court date and Verizon Wireless will be notified the very same day you get your "date" in the mail.

Call Verizon's customer service phone number 1 (800) 837-4966 and have them troubleshoot your problem.

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Do I need an attorney to file a Verizon Wireless lawsuit?

To Summarize: You can sue big companies in small claims court with DoNotPay. Using DoNotPay simplifies the process of filing a claim against Verizon. There are multiple steps to sue Verizon, each requiring great attention to detail. Each one is easier with DoNotPay. You can sue Verizon for overcharging you.

Can I take Verizon to Small Claims Court?

Why Use DoNotPay to Fight Verizon Fees. DoNotPay makes it much simpler to fight Verizon fees that you believe have been charged in error. Instead of considering the cost and hassle of engaging an attorney or attempting to take the issue to small claims court, go to DoNotPay and fill out a simple form. That's it! DoNotPay will take it from there.

How to win a complaint dispute with Verizon Wireless?

Depending on state and county regulations, you might need to mail, fax, or file in-person. You will likely need to pay a small filing fee before you’re allowed to sue, but this CAN be waived if you are of a low-income background. Then, you’ll receive the finalized forms that have been notarized. “Serve” Verizon.

Is it possible to sue Verizon?

Oct 17, 2013 · The problem I have with Verizon, if you have a smartphone Verizon says that one needs the internet or data package. I disagree. The phone should still work without a data package as you can decide to turn on or off the data and the phone still works. I prefer to use WIFI and not have to pay the data fee to Verizon, can you help me?

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How do I file a complaint against Verizon?

Verizon Customer Support
  1. Mobile: 1-800-922-0204.
  2. Home (Internet, TV, phone service):1-800-837-4966.
  3. 5G Home Internet: 1-844-687-7885.
  4. 5G Service & Support: 1-800-922-0204.

Does Verizon have an escalation department?

Verizon Wireless' Executive Customer Relations team deals with complaints that have been escalated from the lower levels of customer support. If you contact Verizon Wireless through the Executive Response team, you might get Verizon Wireless to listen. The specialists are better trained to expedite your issue.

Is there a class action lawsuit against Verizon?

“To date, Verizon has improperly collected over $1 billion in additional charges from its California subscribers through its Administrative Charge scheme,” states the class action lawsuit.Nov 8, 2021

How do I email a complaint to Verizon?

Verizon Wireless Services

You cannot email them. First question answered. To file a complaint go to http://www.BBB.org and they will someone from Executive Escalatations call you. Second question answered.
Feb 15, 2014

Can you sue Verizon Wireless?

You can sue Verizon Wireless for privacy invasion. If your private information is breached, you may have a valid claim. You can sue Verizon for false advertising. This may result in you receiving the offer Verizon initially promised you in small claims court.

Can Verizon be sued?

Verizon can be sued for overcharging or fraudulent charges. In 2016, Verizon was sued for overcharging a customer hundreds of dollars per month beyond what the customer had agreed to. Because the customer paid via autopay, he wasn’t aware of the overcharge until months later after reviewing his bank statements.

How much money can you ask for in a small claims court?

Most small claims courts will grant you a monetary award in the result of your trial. You can ask for anywhere between $5,000 and $10,000 in most states unless you are suing in the states of Kentucky and Rhode Island, whose monetary limits are $2,500. Here is a full list of the U.S. monetary limits.

What to do before going to small claims court?

Before going to small claims court, you will be required to send Verizon a letter that describes what your issue with the company is , why they owe you money, and a statement saying that if you fail to get any satisfaction, you plan to go to small claims court.

What happens if you don't show up for court date?

Sometimes the court may dismiss the case without prejudice, meaning you will have to refile the case again within the statute of limitations if you do not show up on your court date.

What are some examples of evidence?

Some examples of evidence are a copy of your contract (s) with Verizon Wireless, phone logs with Verizon, and billing statements. Without any proof that Verizon breached your contract, your chance at winning your claim in small claims court is slim. However, if you want to make sure you have all the evidence you need, ...

Why is Verizon under fire?

In recent years, Verizon has come under fire for making misleading data service claims, overcharging a fire department fighting wildfires, and even selling customer information to the National Security Agency — exposing millions of phone call records. Solve My Problem.

Where is Verizon located?

Verizon is an American multinational telecommunications conglomerate that forms the nation’s largest 4G LTE network. Headquartered in New Jersey, Verizon services more than 200 million people in more than 200 markets across the U.S. It is famous for global voice and data services in 200 locations worldwide, with more than 82,000 employees ...

Donald E. Haviland Jr

I agree with both of my colleagues that the answer to your question may hinge on the "fine print" buried in the data plan agreement you signed. But, your claim challenges the tying of one service to another, ie., data service to phone.

Eric Lechtzin

According to the U.S. Supreme Court, you can't sue Verizon because the company, like many others, buries an arbitration clause with a class action waiver in its contracts.

Michael Ian Rott

Dear Verizon customer,#N#If you provide a copy of your contract that you signed with this carrier, I will be in a better position to advise you on this potential class action matter...

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