Consumer Curmudgeon

“Get off my lawn!” Is the frequently used term that describes a curmudgeon feeling like he is being violated by someone who has little care and concern from anybody else but themselves. I am constantly yelling at my computer screen when I see such outrageous and condescending policies, copy writing, and communications from businesses and organizations that demand an imbalance of power in the sales and marketing process.

November 3, 2024 Consumer Curmudgeon
Convenience Fees – Convenient for Who

Convenience fees for credit card payments have become a bane of modern commerce, a sneaky tax on the privilege of...…

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October 29, 2024 Consumer Curmudgeon
Warranty Delivery Insurance

I’m back on my consumer protection rant: I recently ordered a couple of products from an un-named company. When I...…

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April 22, 2024 Consumer Curmudgeon
Privacy Statements are for Lawyers & Business Owners, not Consumers

Have you ever read the Privacy Statement or Legal Agreements for almost EVERY website these days? The following is a...…

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