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Author: Puja "Queenie" Amin

Puja J. Amin is the Queenie and co-founder of TCPAWorld. Other than the Czar, Queenie is probably the best known TCPA lawyer on the planet. Queenie cannot be stopped. One of the best known names in the marketing legal world, she has vast experience defending and counseling businesses on consumer protection laws including the TCPA, CIPA, FCRA and a host of privacy-related statutes. She has provided legal oversight on an enterprise basis to major direct-to-consumer brands and defended some of the largest companies in the nation in major federal court litigation--earning her the title of "Queenie" of the TCPA. She's also a 10+ times Trifecta finisher and international Spartan Race qualifier, who commonly competes in "Ultra" endurance challenges.
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FCC MASSACRES CONTINUE: 1,200+ Providers Banned in Robocall Crackdown for Their Continued Non-Compliance with Robocall Protections

25 Aug 2025
The FCC continues to intensify its war on robocalls, cutting off more than 1,200 voice service providers from the Robocall Mitigation Database for failing to comply per the FCC’s announcement…
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DICTIONARY OR PRECEDENT?: District Court Analyzes TCPA Claim Without Relying on Circuit Authority

12 Aug 202529 Apr 2026
Dictionaries may be a defendant’s new best friend when it comes to litigating under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”). A question that used to elicit a cut-and-dry ruling—a motion…
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WHOA! MASSIVE $140 MILLION JUDGMENT AGAINST ASSURANCE IQ: FTC Slams Assurance IQ for Misleading Health Plan Marketing in Violation of the FTC Act and Telemarketing Sales Rule

7 Aug 2025
The FTC announced today a $100 million judgment against Assurance IQ for alleged deceptive practices targeting consumers seeking health insurance. The FTC initiated the complaint, FTC v. Assurance IQ LLC,…
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ATTENTION ATTENTION: Minnesota’s Data Privacy Act Is Now Law As Of Today- July 31, 2025!

31 Jul 2025
Starting today, July 31, 2025, the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (“MCDPA”) officially takes effect. Signed by Governor Tim Walz in May 2024, this act majorly affects how the personal data of…
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CIPA LITIGATION RISK CONTINUES!: Senate Bill 690 – Exempting Website Tracking Technologies From California’s Wiretap Law – Moves Forward As A Two-Year Bill, Potentially Carrying Over Into The 2026 Legislative Session

1 Jul 20251 Jul 2025
The California State Assembly’s Committee on Public Safety has voted to advance Senate Bill 690 (“SB 690”), but with a significant caveat – the proposed amendment to California’s wiretapping law,…
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THE DEATH OF PRESUMPTION: Are Cell Phones Still “Residential” Post McLaughlin?

25 Jun 202525 Jun 2025
The TCPA landscape is being reshaped in real time and we’re here to bear witness. With the Supreme Court’s decision in McLaughlin Chiropractic Assocs. v. McKesson Corp., No. 23-1226, 2025…
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NEW ATDS BATTLEGROUND: Texas Passes HUGE NEW AMENDMENT to Its State Telemarketing Law Reviving The Risk of Autodialer Cases

23 Jun 202523 Jun 2025
Friday was an absolutely world-changer in TCPAWorld. Yes, we had the McKesson Supreme Court ruling that will literally cast everything we know about the federal TCPA into doubt—but there was…
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EVERYTHING IS BIGGER IN TEXAS: SB140 PASSED–TEXAS’ NEW MINI-TCPA TAKES EFFECT SEPTEMBER 1, 2025!: Bringing New Private Right of Action, Broader Telephone Solicitation Definition & Right to Repeat Claims

23 Jun 202524 Jun 2025
On June 20, 2025 – Governor Abott signed into law Texas Bill SB140 – as TCPAWorld previously reported the Texas-sized bill drastically amends the Texas Mini-TCPA statute – the Texas…
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SCOTUS DECLINES TO DECIDE FATE OF CLASSES WITH UNINJURED MEMBERS: 8-1 Decision In LabCorp Leaves Unresolved Whether Rule 23 Allows Certification For A Class Containing Members Who Lack Standing

6 Jun 20256 Jun 2025
The United States Supreme Court, in an 8-1 decision on June 5, 2025, dismissed the highly anticipated case of Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings v. Davis as "improvidently granted." Laboratory…
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DON’T MESS WITH TEXAS: Amendment to the Regulation of Telephone Solicitation Sitting on the Gov Desk Might Make it the Next Hot State for Litigation!

5 Jun 20255 Jun 2025
Currently, Governor Abbott out of Texas has bill SB140 on his desk awaiting his signature -- which will drastically broader Texas' telemarketing statute and has an effective date of September…
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SB 690 – THE CIPA AMENDMENT WE HAVE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR – UNANIMOUSLY PASSES SENATE! The Bill Could Allow Online Tracking Technologies If Used For A “Commercial Business Purpose”

4 Jun 20254 Jun 2025
In a decisive 32-0 vote on June 03, 2025, the California State Senate cleared SB 690, signalling its support for an amendment that would drastically alter the state’s wiretapping statue.…
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COOKIE CUTTER SOLUTION? Senate Bill 690’s “Commercial Business Purpose Exemption” Could Crumble CIPA Lawsuits!

2 Jun 20252 Jun 2025
California Senate Bill 690 (“SB 690”) aims to amend CIPA by creating a broad exemption for the use of online tracking technologies if employed for a “commercial business purpose.” This…
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ANOTHER SLICE OF THE PIE: Serial TCPA Plaintiff Goes After Pizza Hut

14 May 2025
It seems Joseph Brennan is no stranger to the drive-thru – or the courtroom. See FROM CORN DOGS TO COURTROOMS: Sonic’s Texts Might Cost More Than a Combo Meal –…
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IT ENDS!: The Battle to Kill the One-to-One Rule Is Officially Over– But the Fight Over Damage Caused By Errant Ruling May Just Be Starting

30 Apr 202529 May 2025
Just minutes ago the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals issued its mandate officially terminating the Hobbs Act challenge to the FCC's one-to-one TCPA consent rule. This means the case against…
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BIG TCPA NEWS!: Instacart Sued in TCPA Case And Now We Know the Company’s Adorable Real Name

28 Apr 202530 Apr 2025
So Instacart was just the latest victim of the massive spike in TCPA litigation to start 2025. Although that is interesting-- and we'll get to the details-- the real news…
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10th CIRCUIT EXPANDS TCPA EMERGENCY PURPOSES EXCEPTION: Calls Made to Inform Residents of Virtual Town Halls During Covid-19 Are Covered

24 Apr 202524 Apr 2025
For many of us, Covid-19 feels like a distant memory. But with the TCPA’s four-year statute of limitations, what’s in the past is rarely forgotten. The 10th Circuit Court of…
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CONSORTIUM OF PRIVACY REGULATORS: Eight States Announce Bipartisan Consumer Privacy Initiative

16 Apr 2025
Eight state regulators have announced a bipartisan initiative to coordinate the implementation and enforcement of their privacy laws. The Consortium of Privacy Regulators includes the California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA”) and…
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TCPA REVOCATION LESSON: Cenlar’s $714,000.00 TCPA Revocation Settlement Arrives Just In Time to Crystalize Risk

16 Apr 202524 Jul 2025
So last Friday the FCC's new TCPA revocation order went into effect. https://tcpaworld.com/2025/04/11/today-is-the-day-new-tcpa-revocation-rule-goes-into-effect-this-is-what-you-need-to-know-right-now/ While the nastiest parts of the ruling were stayed for one year thanks in large part to…
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TO ADVERTISE OR NOT TO ADVERTISE: Court Holds Fax to Pharmacy May Cross the Line

15 Apr 2025
A new TCPA suit highlights the tension over what constitutes an “advertisement” under the statute. In Mills Cashaway Pharmacy, Inc. v. Change Healthcare Inc. (M.D. Ten., Apr. 10, 2025) the…
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NEW NPRMS ON THE FCC’S UPCOMING APRIL AGENDA: Non-IP Caller ID Authentication Solutions and Clarifying Foreign Ownership Rules

14 Apr 2025
Just last week the FCC announced the agenda for the upcoming April meeting on the 28th. During the meeting, the commission will review for consideration a couple of Notice of…
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WOAH!!!!!: FCC Issues Stay of Worst Parts of TCPA Revocation Ruling (And TCPAWorld is Saved– Again)

7 Apr 202517 Sep 2026
Well we didn't come down to the wire like January, but it was still a little too close for comfort. Just moments ago the FCC issued a ruling staying the…
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PLOT TWIST: Legal Lead Generator Sued in TCPA Class Action

21 Mar 2025
In an ironic twist, Intake Desk LLC, a company that recruits plaintiffs for personal injury lawsuits and uses the tagline “File More Mass Tort Cases,” now finds itself on the…
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ANOTHER FCC TURN OF EVENTS: As Commissioner Starks resigns

18 Mar 2025
As we still await the approval of Olivia Trusty to fill the seat that was vacated with the shift of Chairwoman Rosenworcel stepping down and Commissioner Carr entering the role…
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WHAT’S IN YOUR FRIEND’S WALLET?: Capital One Sued Over “Refer a Friend” Text – Court Holds Section 230 Does Not Apply

13 Mar 202513 Mar 2025
Recently, while shopping around for a new credit card, I was surprised by how many people were eager to “refer” me. It’s a common promotional scheme - someone sends you…
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KEEPING UP: Kardashian Brand Sued in TCPA Call Timing Class Action

12 Mar 202511 Mar 2025
When Kim Kardashian said, “Get up and work”, the TCPA plaintiff’s bar took that seriously. And another Kardashian sibling may be facing the consequences. We at TCPAWorld were the first…
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ANOTHER RETAILER SUED: TCPA Lawsuit Bites Sol de Janeiro in the Bum Bum

4 Mar 2025
Hello again, TCPAWorld! After a grueling 2.5 months of bar prep (phew), I’m back! It’s wonderful being in the office again and I’m excited to turn my attention back towards…
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FCC UNANIMOUSLY VOTES TO KEEP BLOCKING: Expanding call blocking requirements to cover more VSPs

27 Feb 2025
At the FCC’s open meeting this morning under the gavel of newly appointed Chairman Carr they unanimously approved the NPRM for Strengthening Call Blocking Rules, docket number 17-59. What will…
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OVER $165 MILLION CIVIL PENALTY HANDED OUT IN MASSACHUSETTS: Deceptive Insurance Marketing Scamming Vulnerable Consumers

17 Jan 2025
Everyone in marketing loves to be creative and is looking for that edge to one-up the competition. But keep in mind that the more creative the message is and the…
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HUGE TCPA WIN: CrossCountry Mortgage Walks Away from Putative TCPA Class Action After Court Refuses to Allow Plaintiffs to Change their Story to Match Defendant’s Records

16 Jan 2025
People assume that just because a lawsuit is filed it has merit. That is completely untrue. Many times litigators will file suit and change their story to try to match…
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NEW YEAR, NEW FINES & FEES: FCC Adopts Report and Order Introducing New Fees Associated with the Robocall Mitigation Database

9 Jan 2025
As I am sure you all know the Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD) was implemented to further the FCC’s efforts when it comes to protecting America’s networks from illegal robocalls and…
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EASY WIN: Serial TCPA Litigant Awarded Default Judgement As Defendant Fails To Appear

6 Dec 2024
In a big win for serial plaintiff Anton Ewing, a district court in California entered default judgement against DME Capital, LLC. (“DME”), awarding Ewing $68,480 in damages. The Complaint in…
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DOORDASH UNDER FIRE AGAIN: Plaintiff Alleges He Received More Than 500 Robocalls

27 Nov 202426 Nov 2024
Hi TCPAWorld! Some of you may recall the DoorDash lawsuit from a few months ago that called into question the company’s internal DNC policies: HUNGRY FOR MORE: DoorDash Faces TCPA…
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FCC CHAIRWOMEN ROSENWORCEL ANNOUNCES HER DEPARTURE FROM THE FCC and the Commissioners Adopt the Report and Order for Caller ID Authentication Rules

22 Nov 2024
Yesterday at the FCC’s open meeting, two things happened. First Chairwoman Rosenworcel addressed that she will be stepping down on January 20th from her role at the FCC and this…

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