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Advocates urge strong support and action to protect the agency that safeguards consumers from unfair, deceptive, and abusive practices by financial companies.

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Many Oregonians experience issues with insurance companies and think providers should be held more accountable.

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The Fall 2024 Statewide Consumer Survey marks our fourth round of consumer issues research, highlighting the most pressing areas for focus as we work to build an Oregon that’s more fair and equitable for all.

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In 2020, Oregon experienced a series of devastating wildfires. A jury found utility company PacifiCorp liable for the destruction because it refused to cut power and live wires sparked the flames.

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New legislation introduced in 2025 may help address some of its fallout.

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Oregon Consumer Justice calls on state leaders to support Oregonians’ ability to live a good life, navigate financial hardship, and create a more just economy.

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OCJ is approaching the 2025 legislative session with a strong sense of purpose and responsibility, knowing the work we are advancing now is critical to building the future Oregonians deserve.

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The Consumer Alliance of Oregon's inaugural 2025 legislative agenda prioritizes five pieces of legislation to improve and expand Oregon consumers' rights.

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As the calendar year draws to a close, we're celebrating highlights and milestones at OCJ Law, which welcomed its first-ever legal intern this summer.

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We had so much fun celebrating the release of our second Consumer Confidence Comic on December 6! From groovy tunes and coloring supplies to giant slices of cake, there was something for everyone at the launch of Dealing with Debt Collection.

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OCJ hosted our second CLE and Community Gathering Hour on December 6 in Southeast Portland.

Jagjit Nagra, Hon. Kamala H. Shugar, Judge Henry Kantor, and Consumer attorney Kelly Donovan Jones engage in a panel discussion at OCJ's second CLE. Read the article

You have rights when it comes to dealing with debt collection and debt collectors. Learn about the state and federal laws that help protect consumers from unfair and predatory debt-collection practices.

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