This is a monthly series in which the Attorney General will feature a Vermonter doing exemplary work in their community. Have someone you think should be featured? Email AGO.CAP@vermont.gov. May 10th marked National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day. We want to thank Vermont’s early educators for all that they do for Vermont’s children and families by honoring… Continue reading Vermonters of the Month: Early Educators
Month: May 2019
College Graduates, Beware of Loan Consolidation Scams
At the Consumer Assistance Program (CAP), we always get a bit nostalgic during graduation season. It is a time of passage as we bid farewell to students that once worked in our office as part of our service-learning course. We hope that they will take with them the skills they learned while providing service to… Continue reading College Graduates, Beware of Loan Consolidation Scams
Vermont’s Businesses Are Protected Under Vermont’s Consumer Laws
Businesses can be consumers too! Vermont is unique in that our Consumer Protection Act defines “consumer” to include businesses that are the consumer in a transaction, such as when purchasing goods or services that are not for resale (9 V.S.A. § 2451a(a)). If your business needs help, contact our Small Business Advocate by emailing AGO.SmallBusiness@vermont.gov… Continue reading Vermont’s Businesses Are Protected Under Vermont’s Consumer Laws