Mass Consumer Affairs Blog

With National Intern Day happening later in July, we thought this was a great opportunity to recap the experiences of our co-ops and interns, most of whom recently completed their time with us.

Know what to do in case something you’ve bought gets recalled.

Learn proactive measures to navigate the internet responsibly.

As the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) recognizes Military Appreciation Month, we want to acknowledge that we work alongside many veterans. Here we highlight two OCABR veteran employees and their experiences.

Take an inside look into the Division of Occupational Licensure’s role in building safety and learn how Building Inspector Brianna Skowyra got to where she is today.

The Division of Standards is here to make sure you receive what you pay for this Spring.

Knowledge is power. Don’t get scammed this tax season.

Keep up with popular scams so you can protect yourself from criminals.

The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) and its five agencies work hard to protect consumers. Here are some of the ways they may help you.

If you purchased a defective car, the Lemon Law may help protect you. However, act fast! Lemon Law has deadlines and eligibility requirements you must meet.