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At Zolna Swetland, LLC, we defend individuals whose privacy has been violated and whose phones have been bombarded by unsolicited calls or messages. In today’s digital landscape, companies increasingly push boundaries, sending texts, robocalls, and emails without consent or misusing personal information. The result involves frustration, the invasion of privacy, and sometimes even financial harm.
Taking action against corporate misuse of personal data and unwanted communications can be intimidating. Companies often rely on aggressive tactics and legal loopholes to avoid accountability.
Zolna Swetland, LLC provides the legal resources and strategic advocacy necessary to protect your rights under privacy laws, including the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). Call us today to schedule a free consultation.
California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) Claims
The California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) is one of the strongest privacy protection laws in the nation. It prohibits companies and individuals from recording or eavesdropping on confidential communications, such as phone calls, text messages, or online chats, without consent. Businesses are increasingly facing lawsuits for secretly tracking website visitors through chatbots, session replay tools, or unauthorized data collection software.
If you believe your private conversation or online activity was monitored without your consent, you may be entitled to compensation. Zolna Swetland, LLC stands up to corporations that violate CIPA and similar privacy laws. Our firm helps clients hold companies accountable for unlawful surveillance, unauthorized data sharing, and invasions of digital privacy.
What Is the TCPA?
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) is a federal law designed to protect consumers from unwanted communications. Enacted in 1991, the TCPA prohibits unsolicited calls, texts, and faxes, especially those made using automated dialing systems or pre-recorded messages, without prior consent.
Violations of the TCPA can include:
- Robocalls or text messages without consent
- Calls to numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry
- Calls using prerecorded messages or automated dialing systems
- Calls made to cell phones without proper consent
The TCPA also provides for statutory damages, meaning affected individuals can recover $500 per violation, and up to $1,500 per knowing or willful violation. In large-scale violations, this can amount to millions in damages, making class-action lawsuits particularly effective.
Common Privacy and TCPA Violations
While the law is clear, violations are widespread. Some of the most common cases we see include unsolicited robocalls and texts, unauthorized data sharing or misuse, and aggressive debt collection practices.
Firms that text or call consumers repeatedly, ignoring their “stop” requests, expose themselves to statutory damages under federal law.
How Privacy and TCPA Cases Work
Privacy and TCPA claims are unique because they are often high-volume, low-damage cases individually, but collectively, the impact is significant. Here’s how these cases typically unfold:
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Case Evaluation:
We assess the frequency, volume, and nature of the violations. TCPA cases often involve evidence such as call logs, text messages, or recorded messages. -
Legal Filing:
Individual claims can sometimes proceed alone, but widespread violations are often filed as class actions to maximize impact and efficiency. -
Discovery and Investigation:
We gather evidence from the defendant company, including call records, internal policies, consent forms, and communications protocols. -
Negotiation or Litigation:
Many companies opt to settle once they understand the legal exposure, but we are prepared to litigate aggressively if necessary. -
Recovery and Damages:
Depending on the severity and scale, statutory damages, actual damages, and sometimes punitive damages are awarded to the affected individuals or class members.
Why Clients Choose Zolna Swetland, LLC
Navigating privacy violations and TCPA claims can be complex. Our clients rely on us for our proven track record and for how we have resources ready to match the challenge. We have successfully litigated multiple privacy and TCPA cases, recovering substantial compensation for individuals and classes, which we do by combining strategic planning and our experience in complex litigation.
We keep clients informed at every stage, provide clear guidance on options, and ensure transparency throughout the process. Whether negotiating settlements or taking a case to trial, we pursue maximum recovery and accountability for privacy violations.
The Benefits of TCPA and Privacy Litigation
Pursuing a TCPA or privacy case has multiple advantages. For one thing, such a case works to hold companies accountable, discouraging future violations and protecting other consumers. Statutory and actual damages provide tangible relief for harmed consumers, and these kinds of cases often lead to changes in company policies overall, improving compliance and consumer protections for everyone.
Class-action lawsuits amplify individual claims, making corporations answerable to large groups of affected consumers.
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We document every call, text, or data violation. We guide clients on how to collect logs, recordings, and other proof.
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We determine the best route to take, whether it be an individual claim or a class-action lawsuit, and map out the best path to recovery.
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We prepare to litigate when necessary to secure full statutory and compensatory damages, though we will negotiate a settlement if that becomes the better option.
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We provide clients with regular updates, guidance, and support throughout the case.
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We ensure settlements or judgments are properly implemented, and we ensure compliance with the final result.
Privacy and TCPA cases are about more than just compensation. They protect fundamental rights in a digital world where personal data and communication channels are constantly exploited.
Work with Zolna Swetland, LLC on Your Privacy Case
At Zolna Swetland, LLC, we work to protect your rights, enforce the law, and hold violators accountable. We understand the frustration, anxiety, and disruption that unsolicited communications or privacy violations can cause. That’s why we fight for fair results, whether that means financial recovery, policy changes, or stopping illegal behavior from continuing.
With our experience and dedication, clients can stand up to corporate overreach and know they are backed by a team that will pursue justice relentlessly on their behalf. Contact the team at Zolna Swetland, LLC today to get started.
