FA Benefit Fund - Faculty Association at Suffolk Community College

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FA Benefit Fund - Faculty Association at Suffolk Community College

CONSUMER PROTECTION BENEFIT

Who is Eligible....Any covered member is entitled to this benefit.

What is the Benefit....This benefit provides members with coverage through the panel law firm for a broad range of legal services which might be needed to institute and pursue action against fraudulent practices by merchants, department stores, home repair contractors, public utilities, automobile dealers, appliance dealers, etc. Utilization of this benefit is limited to two matters per member, per calendar year, and the matter must involve a purchase costing $500 or more.

The following schedule indicates the legal services available and the amount to be paid by the member in each circumstance:

	Steps in the Legal Process Provided by The Fund through the Panel Law Firm	Amount Paid by Fund Member
A.	Consultation	None
B.	Representation by Written Communication	None
C.	Litigation in Small Claims Court	$50
D.	Litigation in Courts other than Small Claims Court	$100*
E.	Representation with Appropriate Federal Agencies (e.g. F.T.C., etc.)	$100*

If a lawsuit involves a consumer purchase of $5,000 or more - e.g., “Lemon” car - then the cost to the member for litigation or representation shall be $250.00

NOTE - Some legal services not provided under this benefit include, but are not limited to, suits for punitive damages, class actions and commercial enterprises.

How to Obtain the Benefit....To obtain the Consumer Protection Benefit, simply contact the Fund to request an appointment. At the time of the appointment, you and an attorney from the panel law firm will complete the appropriate forms.

BENEFITS QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT MARY AT (631) 732-6500.

Faculty Association - Suffolk Community College - Southampton Building 224J
533 College Rd - Selden, NY 11784-2899 (631) 451-4151 - Fax (631) 732-4584 - Email