American Source Group

Telephonic sellers are required by law to maintain a $100,000 bond and register with the Attorney General. Unregistered sellers may not solicit in California if their business or prospective purchasers are located in this state. To obtain registration information or file a complaint write to: Office of the Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit, P.O. Box 944255, Sacramento, CA 94244-2550 or call, (800) 952-5225. When solicited by telemarketers offering business supplies, we urge extreme caution. Complaints against this type of company generally allege that telemarketers mislead customers in believing they are the regular supplier, misrepresent product offers, ship unauthorized orders, or charge exhorbitant fees for supplies. Request that the caller send a catalog or brochure describing the items and its pricet. To minimize misunderstandings, designate one employee to whom all calls regarding office supplies must be directed. If unordered merchandise arrives, immediately write to advise the company of your intent to keep the shipment as a free gift unless pick up is arranged within a reasonable amount of time. Send your letter by certified mail to obtain proof of receipt.