The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection has nearly $380,000 in unclaimed restitution available for New Yorkers affected by recent consumer protection cases. Residents can check their eligibility for funds tied to settlements with National Floors Direct, Rocket Tax and several towing and used car companies by visiting nyc.gov/DCWP.
National Floors Direct — $165,980.99 available
A Feb. 2025 settlement required the nationwide flooring company to pay $250,000 in restitution for deceptive business practices. New Yorkers who paid for work at their homes between Jan. 1, 2019 and Feb. 5, 2025 and experienced poor workmanship, damage, unfulfilled services, higher-than-estimated charges, or denied refunds, can file a claim by Feb. 5, 2026…