The Timeshare Law Firm

  As a national law firm exclusively dedicated to timeshare law settlements and litigation, The Timeshare Law Firm is going to be filling class action cases against major timeshare resorts for mass violations of consumer laws. The Resorts failed to provide government-mandated warnings and advisories to protect purchasers at the time of sale, before they signed a contract. The resorts involved in the lawsuits include “Travel + Leisure Co.” (Formerly “Wyndham”); Holiday Inn Club (Silverleaf Resorts, Orange Lake); Hilton Grand Vacations (Diamond Resorts); Marriott (Sheraton, Vistana, Hyatt); Berkley Group (Vacation Village, Lando, Massanutten); Geoholiday / Sapphire Resorts; ResortCom (Villa Del Group, El Cid); Bluegreen Resorts; Capital Vacations; And Westgate. These lawsuits involve mass violation of Consumer Laws that were specifically designed by Government Regulators to protect Timeshare Purchasers at the time of sale, BEFORE they sign a contract, thus a failure to provide Government

The FTC has released a video urging the public to report scams if they have been a victim. The video breaks down how the FTC works, How they stop scammers, And why Your input is so important. The FTC is network of different information from different law enforcement groups (such as the SEC, FBI, and even the post office). These separate government entities report information to each other in a big law enforcement hub to build cases against the scammers and eventually go after them. This is how the FTC gains the information to stop the scammer, but where do you come in? Read the rest of the this story on our Website .

     When one purchases a Timeshare, they are often directed by the resort to a booking company to properly make use of it. Companies like RCI and Interval International are seen as neutral parties, working through membership programs and providing access to resorts all around the world. But how neutral are they? Who owns them, and why? What is RCI?      RCI, formerly known as Resorts Condominiums International, is a vacation exchange membership program. By purchasing a subscription for their membership program, the consumer is provided the ability to find, price, and book usage for their timeshares. The services offered by RCI, or its main competitor, Interval International, are usually requested by the resorts in order to manage and book timeshares.      In theory, it sounds reasonable, so what’s the catch? What often goes unmentioned is how RCI operates. They claim to be independent from the resorts, offering their services on an unbiased network. However, that is very far from the

     The Timeshare Industry thrives on deception, misdirection, and overwhelming pressure, they entrap consumers into high-pressure sales presentations. It’s imperative then for consumers to be informed of these situations, as to best prepare and avoid them if possible.      A recent story coming out of Las Vegas, Nevada, first reported by Channel 8 news, speaks of a family going through this process. They had purchased a timeshare in 1998, under Diamond Resorts. For a little over 20 years, they had few issues, however, their problems began in 2021. On advisement from the resort, they decided to upgrade their timeshare package. But instead of a better deal, they were dealt an extreme monthly fee and heavy restrictions on the use of their timeshare, realizing then that they were charged more per month than it was worth annually. What happened between then and now?      The confusion first began not in the conference room, but completely above the heads of consumers. Diamond Resorts was

     When looking to cancel a Timeshare, consumers often find themselves fighting an uphill battle against the resorts. Debt collectors, threatened lawsuits, and false information overwhelms even the savviest of Timeshare owners, and it is easy to lose track of the most important details. The first and foremost among these being the Statute of Limitations, an absolute time limit on when one can challenge their contract in a court of law. It’s a race against the clock to litigate against the resorts, as a case can be dismissed if the Statute has passed the designated deadline. What is a Statute of Limitations      The statute of limitations dictates the maximum amount of time available to pursue a legal action, starting from the date of the alleged offense. In the context of Timeshares, the statute of limitations provides a timeframe by which an offended consumer can pursue litigation against their resort. The timeshare industry is well aware of these limitations, and will do everyt

       The Timeshare Industry can be ruthless in its dealings, and often, consumers are thrust into a chaotic sales pitch before they even realize what is happening. In these whirlwind situations, it’s difficult to understand who you are truly dealing with, and to whom the contract belongs to.   Vacation real estate corporations use subsidiary shell companies to create different points of contact across the world. And while this information is in the open, the general public is often unaware of who is above or below the company they are currently signing on with, and most importantly, who to get in contact with when their deal has gone awry. It’s an integral part of their scam; misdirection—and should be among the first and foremost thoughts to consider when looking to free oneself from a Timeshare. The Timeshare Industry is Bigger than it Seems Almost every major hotel chain, no matter how localized, has a hand in the Timeshare industry. Smaller chains are bought outright and remo

       The Timeshare Industry is wrought with disinformation and secrecy, often seeking to entrap their consumers with false promises and deceptive contracts. But, once the fraud is uncovered, how does a Timeshare owner free themselves from their contract? The simple solution would be to just sell their Timeshare to someone else, but the Resorts are well-prepared for this route, and reselling a timeshare can be just as worrisome as purchasing one. Why Resell?      There are several reasons why an owner may consider reselling the Timeshare instead of pursuing legal divestment, the first among these is convenience. When an owner first learns that they have made a costly mistake, they scramble to be rid of their timeshare as quickly as possible. Litigation takes time, money, and unlike Fraud companies that “guarantee” success, you must be able to win in court to succeed. Consumers who have just learned that they have been scammed are reluctant to pay up front for anything, but the abi

When consumers look to purchase a Timeshare, they are naturally concerned with one major factor, the alleged savings. By owning a portion of the location, one is led to believe they are entitled to a discount on booking costs, included packages, and getting exclusive deals not normally offered to the public. This is far from the truth however, and Timeshares usually cost owners roughly 400-1000% more than a regular vacationer would pay to book the room or resort online.   Even the promise of ownership itself is a falsehood meant to appeal to the emotions of prospective consumers. Hidden Fees The theory behind the deception is a simple one, getting consumers to pay annually or even monthly for a property they may only utilize for one week out of the year. It begins in small increments, an affordable monthly payment that appears to be a fraction of the cost for a normal booking. What the resorts do not make clear is the high interest rates and additional charges of “maintenance fees”

Purchasing a timeshare is often done for logical reasons, whether it’s making use of the heavy discounts they offer, or a future investment interest. Unfortunately, the Timeshare industry knows how to manipulate their consumers, and all too frequently, owners find themselves trapped in a financial downfall that they can’t escape from. Timeshares are rarely ever sold to a consumer truthfully, and these deceptive business practices catch thousands of consumers unaware of the true costs and debt they are signing up for. Fortunately, there is a way out. Through a licensed Timeshare Attorney, you can properly cancel your timeshare contract, and safeguard your finances against the industry. “Just Stop Paying”               You may hear this argument frequently when it comes to divestment and cancellation, that resorts have no true authority over your finances, and that all it takes to clear yourself of the contract is to break it yourself and to simply stop paying. This is sadly not th

One of the main lines of thought that goes into purchasing a Timeshare is for genuine private use, a family wants a lovely resort they can plan an annual vacation around, bring the kids, and enjoy the week without a hassle. The Timeshare industry however, understands its consumers well, and often employs deceptive tactics in their contacts, none of which are more concerning than successor liability clauses. The idea of passing on your ownership of the resort to your children may be sound on paper, but in reality, creates a pitfall of debt that is passed on to your descendants. What is Successor Liability? In short, the clause exists to ensure that when the original owner passes, the contract is not voided. It is usually sold as the transfer of the property by means of will to your children, so that the property remains in the family. What is never mentioned is that the inheritor would also inherit the debt, maintenance fees, and any other charges the original owner was unable to pay of