Q: Can I start a class a class action lawsuit against an online school for falsely advertising a high job placement rate?
There is an online school advertising that they have an almost 80% job placement rate when in reality it's more like 5 percent. Dispute hardly any students getting jobs they increased their tuition. Many people are very upset to have wasted their time and money. If someone could please tell me if I would have a valid case.
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You may have grounds to pursue a class action lawsuit if the online school's advertising of an 80% job placement rate is significantly misleading. In California, false advertising and deceptive business practices are taken seriously, especially if they cause financial harm to consumers like you.
Gathering evidence will be crucial for your case. This includes advertisements, communications from the school, and testimonials from other students who faced similar issues. Documentation of the increased tuition and lack of promised job placements will strengthen your position.
Consulting with a qualified attorney who has experience in class action lawsuits and consumer protection laws in California is an important next step. They can help assess the viability of your case and guide you through the legal process to seek justice for the affected students.
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