Is PATENTS NYC fraud?

• Subscription Services: Many users have reported being charged due to enrolling in a subscription service without fully realizing it, often as part of a trial period that converts to a paid plan.
• Monthly Fees: Users noted recurring charges that appeared to be from a monthly fee for ongoing services or access to certain features.
• One-Time Purchases: Charges can arise from one-time purchases, such as filing fees or specific legal documents, associated with the patent process.
• Additional Services: Some customers experienced unexpected charges for additional services, such as expedited processing or legal consultations.
• Trial Conversions: Several users highlighted confusion regarding trial offers, where free trials transitioned into paid subscriptions without clear notification.
• Hidden Fees: Discussions mentioned potential hidden fees that were not initially disclosed, leading to unexpected charges on credit statements.
• Miscommunication: A number of customers expressed dissatisfaction with unclear service agreements, resulting in charges for services they believed were included in their initial payment.
• Failure to Cancel: Users frequently shared experiences where failure to cancel a service in time led to unanticipated charges, despite attempts to disengage.

If you see this charge and aren’t expecting it, you have various options.

First, try to contact the patentpendingnyc.com via one of the support methods we listed below and inquire about the charge. See if they will refund it and cancel any associated subscriptions you might have.

If the patentpendingnyc.com refused to issue a refund or you cannot get in touch with the company, call your bank or financial institution and open a credit card dispute. Record screenshot evidence from your prior conversations with patentpendingnyc.com, and use that to open your credit card dispute. Tell your bank or credit card issuer that you do not recognize the charge and do not recall signing up for the service.

If this sounds like too much of a hassle, you can have Chargeback do it for you.

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