File a TCPA Claim in Minutes: Robocalls, the $500 Mistake Companies Keep Making

Every day, companies make the same $500 mistake. Over and over again.

They call your cell phone without permission.

They use automated dialers without consent.

They ignore the Do Not Call Registry.

And every single time they do it, they owe you money. $500 to be exact. Sometimes $1,500.

This isn't a loophole. It's federal law. The TCPA. And you can file a claim in minutes.

Let me show you exactly how...

What Is the TCPA (In Plain English)?

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 is basically Congress saying: "Stop harassing people with spam calls, or pay them $500 every time you do it."

It covers:

• • Automated/robocalls to cell phones
• • Calls using auto-dialers
• • Pre-recorded messages
• • Calls to people on the Do Not Call list
• • Text messages sent without consent
• • Faxes (yes, people still use those)

Break these rules? Company owes you $500 PER violation. If they did it on purpose (and they usually did), it's $1,500.

Do You Have a Valid TCPA Claim? (Quick Checklist)

Check YES to any of these:

• □ They called your cell phone for marketing
• □ It was an automated/pre-recorded message
• □ You never gave written permission to be called
• □ You're on the National Do Not Call Registry
• □ They called after you asked them to stop
• □ They called before 8 AM or after 9 PM
• □ The caller ID was spoofed/fake
• □ You received multiple calls from them

If you checked even ONE box, you likely have a claim worth $500+.

Multiple boxes? You're looking at thousands of dollars.

How to File a TCPA Claim (The Simple Version):

Step 1: Gather Basic Evidence (5 minutes)

You need:

• • Date and time of calls
• • Phone number that called you
• • What they said (general topic)
• • Whether it was automated or live

Screenshot your call log. That's literally it for basic evidence.

Step 2: Check Your DNC Status (2 minutes)

Go to donotcall.gov/verify

Enter your number. Check how long you've been registered.

If you're on the list, your claim just got stronger.

Not on it yet? Register NOW. Future calls become violations.

Step 3: Identify the Caller (This is the tricky part)

TCPA claims require knowing WHO called, not just what number appeared.

Options:

• • If they identified themselves on the call, you've got it
• • If they left a callback number, call it and ask who they are
• • Search the number online - might find company info
• • Use DNCme's tech to trace the REAL caller behind spoofed numbers

Step 4: Choose Your Filing Method

Three options:

A) File in Small Claims Court
Best for: 1-15 violations, want to DIY it
Cost: $30-$100 filing fee
Time: 2-4 months
Complexity: Low
Potential: $500-$7,500

B) Hire a TCPA Lawyer
Best for: 15+ violations, want professional help
Cost: $0 upfront (contingency fee)
Time: 4-7 months
Complexity: Zero (they handle everything)
Potential: $7,500-$150,000+

C) Send a Settlement Demand
Best for: Clear violations, want quick money
Cost: $0 (DIY) or lawyer contingency fee
Time: 1-3 months
Complexity: Medium
Potential: Usually 60-70% of full claim value

Step 5: File Your Claim (Varies by method)

With DNCme, this step is handled by our legal network.

You just provide the evidence we've collected, and lawyers take it from there.

Common TCPA Claim Scenarios (And What They're Worth):

Scenario 1: "Car Warranty" Robocalls

Calls received: 23 over 6 weeks
Registered on DNC: Yes
Asked to stop: Yes (they kept calling)
Claim value: $34,500
Typical settlement: $20,000-$25,000

Scenario 2: Debt Collection Harassment

Calls received: 87 in 3 months
Wrong number: Yes (they wanted someone else)
Told them repeatedly: Yes (kept calling anyway)
Claim value: $130,500
Typical settlement: $65,000-$90,000

Scenario 3: Solar Panel Lead Lists

Calls received: 12 from multiple companies
Never requested solar info: Correct
All automated: Yes
Claim value: $18,000
Typical settlement: $10,000-$14,000

Scenario 4: Text Message Spam

Messages received: 34 promotional texts
Never opted in: Correct
No way to unsubscribe: True
Claim value: $17,000-$51,000 (depending on willfulness)
Typical settlement: $12,000-$30,000

The Biggest Mistakes People Make With TCPA Claims:

Mistake #1: Filing Too Soon

One violation is worth $500. That's nice, but barely worth the effort.

Wait 60-90 days to document multiple violations. Turn that $500 into $50,000.

Mistake #2: Not Documenting Properly

"They call me all the time" isn't evidence.

"Here are screenshots of 47 calls on these specific dates" is evidence.

Mistake #3: Getting Scared by Legal Jargon

TCPA claims are simpler than most legal actions. Don't let fancy words intimidate you.

Mistake #4: Accepting Low-Ball Settlements

First offer is always low. Companies expect negotiation. Don't take the first number.

Mistake #5: Waiting Too Long

TCPA claims have a statute of limitations. Generally 4 years, but don't push it.

Why Companies Keep Making This "$500 Mistake":

Simple economics. Let's say they make 1 million robocalls:

• 100 people answer
• 10 people buy something
• Profit per sale: $500
• Total profit: $5,000

Cost:

• Calling system: $200
• Estimated TCPA claims: 5 people sue (most don't)
• Settlement cost: $15,000
• Net: They STILL made money

See the problem? As long as most people don't fight back, robocallers stay profitable.

But when YOU file claims, you help change that math. You make harassment unprofitable.

TCPA Claims vs Other Legal Actions:

Personal Injury Case:

• • Must prove injury occurred
• • Must prove damages amount
• • Must prove defendant caused it
• • Can take years

TCPA Case:

• • Just prove they called illegally ✓
• • Damages are pre-set by law ✓
• • Evidence is digital and clear ✓
• • Settles in months ✓

Which would YOU rather file?

Your TCPA Rights in Under 5 Minutes:

You have the right to:

• • Sue for $500-$1,500 per illegal call
• • Bring claims in your local court
• • Represent yourself or hire a lawyer
• • Recover attorney fees if you win
• • Seek injunctions to stop future calls
• • File class action lawsuits (if multiple people affected)

Companies must:

• • Get written consent before robocalling cell phones
• • Stop calling when you ask them to
• • Respect the Do Not Call Registry
• • Call only between 8 AM - 9 PM
• • Identify themselves on calls
• • Provide a way to opt-out

How DNCme Makes This Ridiculously Easy:

Look, you CAN file TCPA claims yourself. But why make it hard?

DNCme automates the entire process:

• • Automatic Evidence Collection: Every call logged, timestamped, verified
• • Caller Identification: We trace calls to real companies (even spoofed ones)
• • Claim Evaluation: AI assesses claim strength before filing
• • Legal Network Access: TCPA specialists who WIN these cases
• • Zero Upfront Costs: Pay nothing until you collect

The average DNCme member files their first TCPA claim within 90 days and collects within 6 months.

Ready to File Your TCPA Claim?

The hard part isn't filing. It's deciding to finally fight back.

Once you make that decision? The rest is surprisingly simple.

Companies keep making the "$500 mistake" because they think you won't do anything about it.

Prove them wrong.

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