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January 7, 2025

Consumers Impacted by Palisades, Eaton Fires Should Report Suspected Price Gouging

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On Jan. 7, 2025, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors declared local emergencies because of the Palisades Fire, which is burning in the areas…

December 12, 2024

Avoid Scams this Holiday Season

Avoid Scams this Holiday Season https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Watch-out-for-holiday-scammers.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png December 12, 2024 December 12, 2024

The joy of the holiday season can quickly be ruined by scams, theft, and fraud. Before you make a purchase or a donation it’s important…

November 27, 2024

Happy Thanksgiving from DCBA to Our Partners!

Happy Thanksgiving from DCBA to Our Partners! https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/DCBA-Thanksgiving-youtube-1024x576.png 1024 576 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png November 27, 2024 March 26, 2025

As we reflect on 2024, I want to express my sincere gratitude for the vital connections and partnerships that have been essential to DCBA’s work.…

November 12, 2024

Families Get Justice After DCBA Investigation Leads to Sentences in Immigration Services Fraud Case

Families Get Justice After DCBA Investigation Leads to Sentences in Immigration Services Fraud Case https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/immigration-services-fraud-case.jpg 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png November 12, 2024 November 12, 2024

After a prolonged journey, immigrant families have begun to find justice following an extensive Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) investigation…

August 29, 2024

LA County Sues Hawx Services Pest Control Alleging Illegal High-Pressure Sales Tactics and Charging for Services Not Provided

LA County Sues Hawx Services Pest Control Alleging Illegal High-Pressure Sales Tactics and Charging for Services Not Provided https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/New-Consumer-Laws-2024.png 1000 586 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png August 29, 2024 August 29, 2024

Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit today against a Utah-based pest control company, Hawx Services, LLC, which does business in the County and across California…

July 16, 2024

Board of Supervisors Unanimously Approves Tenant Right to Counsel Ordinance

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Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Unanimously Approves Tenant Right to Counsel Ordinance Providing Guaranteed Legal Representation to Residents at Risk of Becoming Unhoused LOS…

July 10, 2024

DCBA Investigators Help District Attorney’s Office Reach $750,000 Gift Certificate Law Settlement

DCBA Investigators Help District Attorney’s Office Reach $750,000 Gift Certificate Law Settlement https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/gift-card-settlement.jpg 1000 586 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png July 10, 2024 July 16, 2024

Investigative work performed by the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) as part of a statewide multiagency investigation has led to…

July 2, 2024

7 Facts about LA County’s Minimum Wage Increase; Now $17.27 per hour

7 Facts about LA County’s Minimum Wage Increase; Now $17.27 per hour https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/LA-County-Minimum-Wage-2024-2025.png 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png July 2, 2024 July 2, 2024

The minimum wage for workers in the unincorporated parts of Los Angeles County is $17.27. Here are seven important facts for every worker, employee, employer,…

February 22, 2024

LA County Sues Grubhub Alleging Unfair, Deceptive Business Practices

LA County Sues Grubhub Alleging Unfair, Deceptive Business Practices https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/food-delivery.jpg 1000 588 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png February 22, 2024 March 4, 2024

Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit yesterday against food delivery company Grubhub alleging false and deceptive advertising, misrepresentation and unfair business practices that financially harm…

February 9, 2024

Los Angeles County Consumers Impacted by Winter Storms Should Report Suspected Price Gouging

Los Angeles County Consumers Impacted by Winter Storms Should Report Suspected Price Gouging https://dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Know-Your-Rights-chalkboard.jpg 1000 587 Consumer & Business Consumer & Business //dcba.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/LAC.CBA_.logotitle.color_.png February 9, 2024 February 9, 2024

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors signed a declaration of local emergency on February 4, 2024, in response to a significant winter storm event…

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