One of the Ohio Attorney General’s primary duties over the years has been protecting Ohio consumers from fraud and unfair business transactions. However, small businesses that have been scammed have not been able to file complaints with the Attorney General’s Office. Now, Attorney General Richard Cordray will begin accepting consumer complaints from businesses.

Businesses often act as consumers in the marketplace – purchasing goods and services from other businesses. And, just like other consumers, businesses can be taken advantage of by others who act unscrupulously. Most businesses in the state have less than five employees and do not have the resources to take action when they have been defrauded.

Businesses should file complaints if they have not received a product in the condition promised, been charged for services that they did not request or had other problems transacting with another business.

File a complaint here or call the help center at (800) 282-0515.

Links

File a complaint — Ohio Attorney General’s Office

Flyer - Protect Your Small Business from Fraud — Ohio Attorney General’s Office