Legal Violations We Commonly See
At Joshua Horton Law, we help clients identify the legal and ethical violations these operations commit, including:
1. Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL)
Under Florida Statutes Section 454.23, it is a felony to offer legal services without a license. These companies regularly cross that line by providing legal advice and documents without attorney oversight.
2. Deceptive & Unfair Trade Practices
Many of these outfits violate Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) by:
- Misrepresenting non-lawyers as legal professionals
- Guaranteeing legal outcomes
- Omitting key facts about their services
3. Misuse of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
Some consumers receive partial settlements but are required to sign NDAs, silencing them from warning others. While NDAs can be legal, using them to cover up unethical conduct is a serious concern.
A Familiar Playbook: From Timeshares to Solar
We’ve traced several of these solar exit operations back to individuals previously involved in timeshare exit scams. These groups rebrand under new names to avoid detection—recycling the same high-pressure tactics in a new industry.
How to Protect Yourself
If you’re considering ending a solar contract, Joshua Horton Law urges you to:
- Verify the Attorney: Use FloridaBar.org to confirm the credentials of any attorney.
- Demand Transparency: Don’t proceed without a written engagement letter detailing services and responsibilities.
- Avoid “Guaranteed” Results: No ethical law firm will promise specific outcomes.
- Report Fraud: Suspect wrongdoing? File a complaint with the Florida Bar or Attorney General’s Office.
