Furthermore, the attorney general noted the prices of fuel oil and propane significantly from supplier to supplier. The prices also fluctuate dramatically during the heating season. Consumers must ensure they understand all terms and conditions including delivery fees before signing a fuel oil and propane contract.
New York AG will not tolerate price gouging
Last week, AG Schneiderman issued a similar consumer alert warning businesses and consumers about price gouging before the winter storm.
He emphasized that the state’s General Business Law prohibits excessive price hikes of essential goods and services during natural disasters or other events. Essential goods and services include food, water, gas, generators, hotel lodging, transportation, and others.
AG Schneiderman said, “Unfortunately, dishonest fraudsters will use severe winter weather as an excuse to illegally line their pockets. We will not tolerate those who seek to exploit weather emergencies at the expense of New Yorkers. I urge anyone who believes they have been a victim of price gouging scams to immediately contact my office.”
