Stein, Mitchell & Mezines lawyers have compiled these research tips for clients and prospective clients who would like to learn more about consumer legal rights. These web sites represent only the first phase of the type of intensive research and investigation typically done by our lawyers and their assistants in working on our clients' cases.

• Learn about the legal rights of area consumers:
  
  • This article provides a thorough overview of the legal rights of consumers in Washington, DC and explains the rights granted in DC's Consumer Protection Procedures Act.
  • The Maryland Attorney General's Office provides downloadable brochures and consumer fact sheets for every kind of consumer transaction, including home loans, credit and finance, and consumer contracts.
  • This Arlington County government site gives a good summary of the Virginia Consumer Protection Act that applies to all businesses and consumers in the state of Virginia.
  • Learn about predatory lending:
    The Treasury Department provides a downloadable brochure with information on predatory lending.