Walgreens Faces Legal Action Over Unwanted Robocalls

Walgreens is now in hot water due to accusations of making robocalls to consumers without their consent. The plaintiff, an Illinois resident, alleges that despite his repeated attempts to contact Walgreens and request that the calls stop, they persisted. This has led to his decision to file a class-action lawsuit against the company, representing not only his interests but potentially thousands of others who may have experienced similar issues.

The Alleged Violations

Robocalls without consent violate the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”), a federal law enacted to protect consumers from intrusive telemarketing practices. The TCPA prohibits companies from making pre-recorded voice calls to consumers' phone numbers without their prior express consent.

If it is proven that Walgreens engaged in making these robocalls without obtaining proper consent from consumers, it could face substantial penalties and damages. Such violations can result in fines of up to $1,500 per call, which could amount to a significant sum when multiplied by the number of affected individuals.

The Impact on Consumers

Unwanted robocalls can have a detrimental impact on consumers. They disrupt daily life, invade personal privacy, and can lead to financial scams or identity theft. The class action lawsuit seeks to not only hold Walgreens accountable but also to raise awareness about the importance of respecting consumer privacy and adhering to federal regulations. If you are receiving unwanted marketing messages from legitimate companies, we can help the company stop, and pay you for their violation. Submit a claim here.